The service and repair manual for the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer — the 4.3L V6 engine, 6 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Chevrolet published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.3L V6 — OHV |
| Trims | LS Sport Utility 2-Door · Deluxe Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 2-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door · LS Sport Utility 4-Door · LT Sport Utility 4-Door |
| Federal record | 5 recalls · 1,098 complaints · 46 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1997 Blazer manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 88
- General Information 1,587
- Accessories & Equipment 222
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 136
- Body & Frame 108
- Maintenance 39
- Brakes 298
- Restraints 173
- Drivelines & Axles 97
- Steering 116
- Electrical 157
- Suspension 90
- Engine Mechanical 148
- Transmission 421
- Engine Performance 1,683
- Front 181
- Radiator Cap Pressure 15
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1997 Blazer
- Seat Belts — front › buckle assembly · 03V117000If the energy-absorbing loop fully deploys in a severe multiple rollover crash, it is poss.
- Suspension — front › control arm › upper ball joint · 01V200000This can result in impaired steering or steering loss, or a partial or complete collapse o.
- Exterior Lighting — headlights · 06E023000Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting i.
- Exterior Lighting · 09E012000Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- Visibility — rearview mirrors/devices › exterior · 03V093000If this were to happen, it could result in an inoperative switch, heat damage to the drive.
Owners have filed 1,098 complaints and Chevrolet has issued 46 technical service bulletins for the 1997 Blazer. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1997 Blazer manual
Is this manual specific to the 1997 Blazer?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1997 model year, covering the 4.3L V6 across the LS Sport Utility 2-Door, Deluxe Sport Utility 4-Door, Base Sport Utility 2-Door, Base Sport Utility 4-Door, LS Sport Utility 4-Door, LT Sport Utility 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Chevrolet published for this year.
What 1997 Blazer problems does it help with?
5 recalls are on federal record for the 1997 Blazer, covering seat belts, suspension, exterior lighting. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Chevrolet dealers.
Does it include 1997 Blazer wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1997 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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