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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1135 (MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION)SPECIFICATIONSCAPACITIES - APPROXIMATE FLUID
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Capacities - Approximate Fluid
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Capacities - Approximate Fluid
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Capacities
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Air Conditioning Refrigerant (R134a) | 0.8 kg | 1.7 lbs |
| Automatic Transaxle | ||
|
7.0 L | 7.4 qt |
|
7.4 L | 7.8 qt |
|
9.5 L | 10.0 qt |
|
10.3 L | 10.8 qt |
|
12.7 L | 13.4 qt |
|
13.1 L | 13.8 qt |
| Engine Cooling System with A/C | 9.1 L | 9.6 qt |
| Engine Oil with Filter | ||
|
4.3 L | 4.5 qt |
|
3.8 L | 4.0 qt |
|
5.2 L | 5.5 qt |
|
4.8 L | 5.2 qt |
| Fuel Capacity | 68.1 L | 18.0 gal |
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.75 L | 0.79 qt |
| Rear Axle Fluid Capacity | 2.0 L | 2.1 qt |
| Rear Differential Fluid Capacity | 1.9 L | 2.1 qt |
| Transfer Case Fluid Capacity | 290.1 ml | 0.613 pt |
| Wheel Nut Torque | 140 N.m | 100 lb ft |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.