Chevrolet Blazer Parts

Chevrolet Blazer Parts Questions & Answers

• Distributor Assembly
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  Q: How to replace the distributor on Chevrolet Blazer?

  A: To replace the Distributor, turn off ignition and remove the air cleaner assembly. Detach the Spark Plug Wires from the Distributor Cap, twist the boot boot 1/2 turn and pull only the wire boot. There are screws on the base of the Distributor keep connector, remove it then unscrew the 2 screws that hold the Distributor Cap to the housing and get rid of them. Take out the Distributor Cap and mark the position of the rotor with a grease pencil to the Distributor housing, and to the Intake Manifold. Remove mounting clamp hold down bolt, and remove the Distributor, noting the rotor rotate approximately 42 degrees counter-clockwise. Mark the base of the Distributor for adequate rotor alignment when putting the piece together. In case a new Distributor assembly is used, mark the new housing at the same spots as the original one. Move the new Distributor Cap if need be, but align the rotor with the second mark and use the Distributor to insert it into the engine, where the hold-down base comes in line with the Intake Manifold mounting hole. As the Distributor is installed, the rotor moves clockwise about 42 degrees; then it does not coincide with the mark on the distributer base, remove the Distributor and install it again. Snug the Distributor clamp bolt to 25 n.m (18 lb ft) and put the Distributor Cap back on with 2 new screws cinched to 2.4 n.m (21 lb in), reconnected the electrical connector, and connecting the Spark Plug Wires and ignition coil wire, making sure to identify the wire boot orientation. If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is on after installing, and the code p1345 is detected, the Distributor has been improperly installed. For the second procedure of installation, turn the crankshaft balancer clockwise in order to align the alignment marks with the engine front-cover tabs, where the number 1 Piston is at top dead center of the compression stroke. Bring the white paint mark on the bottom stem of the Distributor into line with the pre-drilled indent hole in the gear. To prevent the no-start problem, locate the Distributor driven gear, shaft, and rotor hole for proper reassembly. Direct the Distributor into the engine, in such a way as that the spark plug towers are vertical to the center line of the engine. After fully seated, the rotor segment should be same as the pointer on the Distributor base; if not, the gear mesh misalignment may cause a need for perform the procedure again. Always use a torque wrench when tightening bolts/lmc l-2300 to 27 n.m (20 lb ft), Distributor clamp bolt to 25 n.m (18 lb ft), tighten Distributor Cap with 2 new screws to 2.4 n.m (21 lb in), to reconnect the 2 electrical connector, then attach the 2 Spark Plug Wires and the ignition coil wire being sure to note the correct orientation (below) of the wire boot. If mil is on after the installation varnish it again varying.
• Steering Wheel
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  Q: How to Service and Repair a Steering Wheel on Chevrolet Blazer?

  A: Start by disabling the restraints system then remove the inflator module before attempting a Steering Wheel replacement. Press the horn plunger into the Steering Column stop before rotating it 90 degrees to remove it. Vehicles utilizing dual Steering Wheel controls should disengage their electrical Steering Wheel connector. Start by removing the Steering Wheel retaining nut from the Steering Shaft then document correct wheel shaft alignment points which you will need during Steering Wheel reinstallation. J 1859-a (J 1859-A) must be used as a Steering Wheel puller because it protects the Steering Column from damage. The Steering Wheel requires j 1859-a (J 1859-A) installation before removing the wheel. When installing the Steering Wheel position the multifunction switch turn signal into the neutral position then carefully match the Steering Wheel mark to the Steering Shaft before installing it. Fits the Steering Wheel retaining nut onto the Steering Shaft then torque it to 41 nm (30 ft. Lbs.). Vehicles requiring redundant controls require Steering Wheel electrical connector reconnection before horn plunger and inflator module installation to enable the restraints system.
• Starter
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  Q: How to replace the starter motor on Chevrolet Blazer?

  A: To remove Starter motor, disconnect the negative Battery Cable and raise the vehicle in a secure manners first. If equipped, loom the differential carrier shield mounting bolts and the shield itself. Next, pull Starter mounting bolts and remove the wires from the solenoid, before you actually remove the Starter from the car and mark shims location. For installation, link the wires to the solenoid, by tightening the battery positive cable to 9 n.m (80 lb in), and the engine wiring harness to Starter nut to 1.9 n.m (17 lb in). Mount the Starter shims (if applicable), then the inboard & the outboard Starter mounting bolt without tightening, then the Starter. Tighten the Starter mounting bolts to each bolt to 50 n.m (37 lb ft). If fitted, replace the differential carrier shield and mounting bolts, and tighten them to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Finally, drop the vehicle and reconnect the negative cable of the battery.
• Handle, Inside, Front Driver Side
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  Q: How to replace the front interior door handle on Chevrolet Blazer?

  A: Start the front door interior handle replacement process by removing two different screws: one screw retains the front inside door handle bezel to the door trim panel and another retains the rear inside door handle bezel. The inside door handle bezel disconnects from the door trim panel when the operator slides it toward the back. When installing the parts allow the inside door handle and lock rod to pass through correct bezel openings while adjusting the rod toward the door lock knob position. Place the bezels correctly before snapping them in position and attach the rear inside door handle bezel to the door trim panel along with the front inside door handle bezel. Use the screw tool to fasten the inside door handle bezel screw to the door trim panel until it reaches 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).