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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 904 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFLUSHINGFLUSHING PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Flushing Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Flushing Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important:
- Remove the coolant thermostat before flushing the cooling system. Refer to THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT (2.2L) or THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT (4.3L) .
- Dispose of the used engine coolant properly.
- Store the used engine coolant in a used coolant holding tank, while awaiting approved disposal methods.
- Do not pour used engine coolant down the drain.
- Dex-Cool® antifreeze is a very toxic chemical.
- Disposal into a sewer system or contaminating the ground water is both environmentally irresponsible and illegal.
There are different methods to flush the cooling system. Back flushing is recommended. Special equipment is available. Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions for use.
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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.