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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 113 (ENGINE CONTROLS SELF-DIAGNOSTICS)SYSTEM TESTSMALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ALWAYS ONDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Diagnostic Procedures
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls? If yes, go to next step. If no, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
- With a scan tool observe the DTCs. Are any DTCs set? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS . If no, go to next step.
- Turn OFF the ignition. Observe the MIL on the Instrument Panel (IP) cluster. Is the MIL ON? If yes, go to step 6. If no, go to next step.
- Install a scan tool. Command the MIL ON and OFF several times while monitoring the IP cluster. Does the MIL turn ON and OFF when commanded? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC AIDS . If no, go to next step.
- Test the MIL control circuit for a short to ground. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to step 7.
- Test the MIL control circuit for a short to voltage. Repair as necessary. After repairs, go to next step.
- Install a scan tool. Command the MIL ON and OFF several times while monitoring the IP cluster. Does the MIL turn OFF when commanded? If yes, see DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. If no, go to step 2.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.