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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1410 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 4.2L (INTRODUCTION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFUEL INJECTOR CLEANING PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Fuel Injector Cleaning Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Fuel Injector Cleaning Procedure
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Tools Required
- J 37287 Fuel Line Shut-Off Adapters. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- J 35800-A Fuel Injector Cleaner. See Special Tools and Equipment .
- J 42873-1 3/8 Fuel Line Shut-Off Valve
- J 42873-2 5/16 Return Pipe Shut-Off Valve
- J 42964-1 3/8 Fuel Pipe Shut-Off Valve
- J 42964-2 5/16 Fuel Pipe Shut-Off Valve
NOTE:
- GM Top-Engine Cleaner is the only injector cleaning agent recommended. Do not use other cleaning agents, as they may contain methanol which can damage fuel system components.
- Under NO circumstances should the top engine cleaner be added to the vehicles fuel tank, as it may damage the fuel pump and other system components.
- Do not exceed a 10 percent cleaning solution concentration. Higher concentrations may damage fuel system components. Testing has demonstrated that exceeding the 10 percent cleaning solution concentration does not improve the effectiveness of this procedure.
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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.