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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1322 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - MU4 (INTRODUCTION, SERVICE & REPLACEMENT))DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESROAD TEST PROCEDUREMANUAL DOWNSHIFT TEST
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Manual Downshift Test
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Manual Downshift Test
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- Move the manual selector to the Drive (D) selector.
- Operate the vehicle at 64-88 km/h (40-55 mph) and the Overdrive switch pressed.
- Release the accelerator pedal and the Overdrive Switch.
- Verify the following operating conditions:
- The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) releases.
- The transaxle downshifts immediately to third gear.
- The engine reduces the vehicles speed.
- Operate the vehicle at 48 km/h (30 mph).
- Release the accelerator pedal.
- Move the manual selector to the Second (2) range.
- Verify the following operating conditions:
- The TCC at 24 km/h (15 mph).
- The transaxle downshifts immediately to second gear.
- The engine reduces the vehicles speed.
- Manual 2nd to low shift.
- Move the manual selector to the Drive (D) selector.
- Operate the vehicle at 24 km/h (15 mph).
- Release the accelerator pedal.
- Move the manual selector to the Low (L) range.
- Verify the following operating conditions:
- The TCC releases.
- The transaxle downshifts immediately to first gear.
- The engine reduces the vehicles speed.
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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.