1997 Chevrolet Blazer service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
- Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more
Trims covered
- LS Sport Utility 2-Door
- Deluxe Sport Utility 4-Door
- Base Sport Utility 2-Door
- Base Sport Utility 4-Door
- LS Sport Utility 4-Door
- LT Sport Utility 4-Door
Engines covered
- 4.3L 262Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY THAT CONTAINS AN ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP. SUSTAINED LOADS OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE AND DURATION ON
IF THE ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP FULLY DEPLOYS IN A SEVERE MULTIPLE ROLLOVER CRASH, IT IS POSS
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENERGY-ABSORBING SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WITH ONE THAT DOES NOT HAVE
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIG
THIS CAN RESULT IN IMPAIRED STEERING OR STEERING LOSS, OR A PARTIAL OR COMPLETE COLLAPSE O
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 4, 2001.
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WH
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING I
ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9,
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HE
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAM
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.
IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED JUMPER HARNESS TO THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
4WD MODELS WITH NOISE, VIBRATION ON DRY PAVEMENT. *EH
FRONT AXLE GRIND WHINE NOISE IN 2WD GONE IN 4WD. *EH
HEAT COMING FROM VENTS WITH HVAC OFF. *TT
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC) STAYS IN BULB CHECK. *TT
Showing the 8 most recent of 46 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
VEHICLE REARENDED AT 70 MPH. THE VEHICLE IGNITED ON IMPACT. DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. THERE WERE ABOUT (3) EXPLOSIONS AFTER THE VEHICLE CAME TO REST. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED AND
DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RAN INTO A HOUSE, EJECTING DRIVER FROM VEHICLE. A SMALL FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE, SOMEONE TRIED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE, BUT IT KEPT BURNING , CAU
DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RAN INTO A HOUSE, EJECTING DRIVER FROM VEHICLE. A SMALL FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE, SOMEONE TRIED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE, BUT IT KEPT BURNING , CAU
MY BROTHER HAD A FRONT END COLLISION AND ROLLOVER AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *NM
Showing the 4 most serious of 1098 complaints filed with NHTSA.
