RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/10/2008 8:26:08 AM
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megaroos_00
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I bought my 1998 Blazer 4dr 4wd LT last year in May and well so far I've the same problems as everyone else with minor exceptions: (which I'm sure are just waiting to happen)
~Started leaking coolant and would smoke after hitting 50mph or more leading to a new thermostat and intake gasket
~Dexcool sludging up my lines need them flushed however they put more dexcool in. Waste of $50
~Alternator went in a matter of hours one day
~Tranny went soon after (Thank god for aftermarket warranty!)
~ABS still acts up to this day leading to activation even at slow speeds of less than 5mph, expensive part to replace @ $1600 (not covered under warranty)
~Will need new rotors and pads on front though think they were replaced last year sometime b4 purchase
~Heat would not work, but was only the blend door actuator that was broke
~Power window now works when it feels like, though at the moment it's being cranky
~Replaced the passenger seatback lever, broke when I bought it
~Dealership tried to sell me the truck with bearings broke and AC not working, (Made such a fuss I think I scared the guy)
However I ABSOLUTLY love this truck, and despite all the problems don't regret buying it!
oh yeah, forgot these too:
~Air blows out of every vent no matter where I set it
~Rear windshield wiper fluid leads out of the roof
~Speed controlled volume works at the worst times even when turned off
~Starting to hate the solar headlights because they don't sense darkness and suck in tunnels
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/13/2008 8:16:12 PM
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ELAINE
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97 S-10 BLAZER Anyone know why this thing will turn over a while then all of a sudden the dash and headlights come on and the engine starts? Sometimes the lights won`t come on and it will not start. If I put the charger on it , same thing untill I turn up the amps on the charger then all the lights come on and it starts right away. Tryed new battery and same results. New fuel filter, fuel pump is running. WTF ?
*Moved to a new thread in 2nd Gen Tech* --> Sometimes won't start...?
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/13/2008 8:45:59 PM
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wesmagyar
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try replacing the battery cables.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/13/2008 9:00:25 PM
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WolfPack
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try posting in a tech forum..not the list of annoying quirks..
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/14/2008 4:56:12 AM
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Idriveachevy
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ORIGINAL: guywm25
for the hood to open, after pulling the release try pulling up on the right hand side of the hood, it's what works for me.
Pull up on the hood, and give it a little tap where the hood release is.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/14/2008 7:35:38 AM
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WolfPack
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Soak the latch and release assembly with WD-40. And the hinges for good measure. That fixed the no-pop problem on mine!
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/14/2008 9:14:27 AM
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I hosed mine with carb cleaner before I re-greased it... to get all of the crud off of it, then I used white lithim grease in a spray can..
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/14/2008 10:36:19 AM
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WolfPack
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Ah..That sounds like a longer lasting fix. When my WD-40 wears out i'll take that route! Thanks for the tip!
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/15/2008 8:48:07 AM
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Psychropod
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ORIGINAL: Blasir
* Seatback lever broken drivers side for sure, passenger side also if you ever gave someone a ride.
This one happened to me.
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* Power mirror switch started to operate sporatically, but now, not at all because rain falls directly on it.
Passenger side doesn't work at all.
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ORIGINAL: Blasir
* Drivers seat cloth wearing fast at point between seat and backrest
Yup.
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ORIGINAL: Blasir
* HEADLIGHTS not bright enough on 95-97 models
Resolved with the H4 Upgrade. 98+ Front-End Upgrade also resolves.
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ORIGINAL: Blasir
* Requires front brakes more than any other vehicles ever owned
I replaced mine three years ago with Bendix pads. No problems yet. They cost a little more, but they're worth it.
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* Come with Delco radios that have a shelf life of 3-5 years
My radio still works fine. It's speakers I need. (Knocking on wood.)
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ORIGINAL: Blasir
* Spark plugs located whereas you need David Blaine to help you change middle drivers side.
Ain't that the truth.
Edit - 2/20/2008
Repairs I've done since we've had it (does not include routine maintenance): - Replaced entire cooling system, upgraded the fan, and flushed out the DexFOOL
- Replaced exhaust system
- Replaced distributor, spark plugs, wires
- Replaced battery (practically off the lot; dealer probably gave us a bad one; still using the same one)
- Replaced brake pads (Bendix - ONCE)
- Replaced headlight switch
- Replaced passenger side mirror
I'll also say this....Overall, most of the repairs I have done on my '96 Blazer were due to normal wear and tear. A lot of the complaints I've seen posted are the same. My truck is 12 years old, with 163,000 miles, so I'm just happy that the engine and tranny are in great shape! Everything else IMO is secondary. It's also paid for, so that frees up extra money to take care of minor repairs as they are needed. A lot of people will probably disagree about this, but I also believe that your vehicle can tell when you don't like it. It's the energy you give off. I love mine, so it seems to love me back.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/15/2008 9:24:19 PM
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danmiranda
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I guess I'll contribute.
97 S10 Blazer, 2Dr, 4WD 124k Miles
On its 2nd Fuel Pump (To my knowledge)
Mirror Switch Doesn't Work Correctly (Chevy has done a crappy sealing job on the Driver's side Window)
Brakes, Front and Back.
O2 Sensor
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/15/2008 9:25:29 PM
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WolfPack
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I keep seeing brakes listed...I've never had a problem with my brakes. If you guys are talking about the rotors and pads, well...buy nicer stuff 
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 2/21/2008 7:54:42 AM
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Psychropod
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I keep seeing brakes listed...I've never had a problem with my brakes. If you guys are talking about the rotors and pads, well...buy nicer stuff
EXACTLY! I put Bendix pads on the first time I had a problem, and they haven't needed replacing since. Three years and counting. I'm thinking about replacing the rear axle assembly with one from a later model, so that I'll have discs all around...
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 6/13/2008 11:26:57 AM
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dyeraudio
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I was able to get the middle, drivers side plug out with a 3/8 universal socket...no steering box removal....HAVE PATIENCE !!!!!!!!
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 6/14/2008 5:21:51 PM
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MaSmith
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Well I owned a 1987 Jimmy 4x4 from 1990-2006. The only problem I had with it was vacuum lines rotting out, and with a 2.8 v-6 the intake gasket ( I think that is what I remember) had to be replaced several times. Now I owned this jimmy for 16 years put 180,000 miles on it. If it didn''t need a new tranny, engine, and all front end parts I would have kept it.
with my 99 Blazer. lets see here are some problems I am haveing with it.
-I pull on the hood release, it pops but the hood won''t release.
-power mirrors won''t work.
-other than the list of things I got from the mechanic which he said was normal wear and tear with 160,000 miles I can''t think of anything else. I had great luck with my 87 and i hope to have the same luck with my 99.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 6/14/2008 7:18:48 PM
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95Blzr
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1. DexCrap still need to get it flushed I got most out...
2. Rattles.... I will be sound proofing the whole cab eventually
3. Top rear brake light gets water in it so will need to replace that soon.
4. Rust - normal I guess just hate seeing it.
5. Will need a new exhaust soon (thinking stainless along with headers  )
Had the car since april 23 08, Already did rotor,cap,wires,plugs,(easier than you guys make it out to be), thermostat. Im @ 105K on stock balljoints which I am doing the whole front end after i move in 14 days. Othen than that she is a great truck and with the 3k miles i put on her in 1.5 months no problems.
Previous owner replaced the spider injector/ac compressor so Im set on that for a whole.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 9/5/2008 3:30:16 PM
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chevymary
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Someone help me with my 1998 blazer 2door. my wiper blades are working sometimes but not working mostly when I most needed them.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 9/5/2008 3:47:18 PM
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swartlkk
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This is not really the appropriate place to ask... I''ll answer in your other thread.
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RE: A list of common annoying S-10 Blazer quirks. - 9/5/2008 8:29:06 PM
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Karcinagin
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ORIGINAL: Brian J. Lesko
Anyone else have trouble with their gas guage fluxuating? That happened around 90K. Alternator went out around 80K, front wheel bearings and ball joints around 60K, fuel pump just before 100K, 4x4 went out around 75K.
ya i have the same problem
i just watch the trip and the fuel used computer thing (vary accurate for me so far) ya 18 gallon tank and i used 15 gallons and needle is at half but when it is full the needle is at full. and when it is really low it show full some times then when i start going form a stop it speeds over the the E and the low fuel light goes on.
my old blazer 93 4d 2wd with 226,000+ miles on it and it sat for 3 years.. the power for the power button for the radio was touchy, and it wont spray wind shield fluid in the rear. and the dash lights go out. and when it is wet out it get moister in the engine and bogs down at more then half throttle. The button on the door the turns the lights off when closed on the door it rust out then grounds out then lights wont go off. gas tanks rust out 14 years old
nothing rally wrong with the optional things...other then the fluid wont spray. power locks,key less entry, power windows,power seat, power lumbar.
and some more thing the pass side wind shield wiper on the far right does not contact the glass.
and i have to say i love it!i would like to see a foreign car do what a American vehicle can do.
and some i don''t get is "you want foreign cars" but American tools???
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