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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 42 (HVAC SYSTEMS - MANUAL)SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMDIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Diagnostic System Check
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic System Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Did you review DESCRIPTION & OPERATION? If so, go to next step. If not, see DESCRIPTION & OPERATION .
- Install a scan tool. Does the scan tool power up? If so, go to next step. If not, see SCAN TOOL DOES NOT POWER UP under SYSTEM TESTS in appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article.
- Turn the ignition on, with the engine off. Attempt to establish communication with the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Does the scan tool communicate with the PCM? If so, go to next step. If not, see SCAN TOOL DOES NOT COMMUNICATE WITH CLASS 2 DEVICE under SYSTEM TESTS in appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article.
- Select the PCM display DTCs function on the scan tool. Does the scan tool display any DTCs? If so, go to next step. If not, go to SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
- Does the scan tool display any DTCs which begin with a "U"? If so, go to Go to SCAN TOOL DOES NOT COMMUNICATE WITH CLASS 2 DEVICE under SYSTEM TESTS in appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article. If not, go to next step.
- Does the scan tool display any DTCs which begin with a "P" that are associated with the HVAC system? If so, go to DIAGNOSTIC TESTS . If not, see appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTIC article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.
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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.