This comprehensive 1973 Chevrolet S10 Blazer Service and Repair Manual provides you with everything you need to maintain, service, diagnose, and repair your vehicle. It's the same manual used by technicians at dealerships, ensuring accurate and detailed information.
You'll find complete step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, and specifications for all models and repairs. The manual covers a wide range of topics, including:
* **Maintenance:** Routine maintenance procedures to keep your Blazer running smoothly.
* **Engine:** Detailed information on engine components, operation, troubleshooting, and repairs.
* **Control System:** Guidance on the vehicle's electronic control systems and their operation.
* **Mechanical:** Comprehensive coverage of all mechanical systems, including the transmission, suspension, brakes, and more.
* **Fuel Service Specifications:** Technical data and specifications related to fuel systems and components.
* **Emission Control:** Instructions on the vehicle's emissions control system and how to maintain it.
* **Intake Exhaust Cooling:** Information on the intake, exhaust, and cooling systems.
* **Lube:** Detailed information on lubrication systems and recommended fluids.
* **Ignition Starting Charging:** Comprehensive coverage of the ignition, starting, and charging systems.
* **Auto Transmission Clutch:** Guidance on automatic transmission operation, maintenance, and repairs.
* **Manual Transmission:** Information on manual transmission operation, maintenance, and repairs.
* **Transfer Propeller Shaft:** Detailed information on the transfer case and propeller shaft.
* **Drive Shaft:** Guidance on the drive shaft and its components.
* **Differential:** Information on the differential and its operation.
* **Axle Suspension:** Comprehensive coverage of the axles, suspension system, and components.
* **Tire & Wheel:** Information on tires, wheels, and their maintenance.
* **Brake Control:** Guidance on the vehicle's brake control systems.
* **Brake:** Detailed information on the brake system, including components, operation, and repairs.
* **Parking Brake:** Information on the parking brake system and its operation.
* **Steering Column:** Guidance on the steering column and its components.
* **Power Steering:** Information on the power steering system and its operation.
* **Air Condition:** Detailed information on the air conditioning system and its components.
* **Suppl Restraint System:** Guidance on the vehicle's supplemental restraint system (SRS).
* **Seat Belt:** Information on seat belts and their operation.
* **Engine Immobilizer:** Guidance on the engine immobilizer system and how it works.
* **Cruise Control:** Information on the cruise control system and its operation.
* **Wiper & Washer:** Detailed information on the windshield wiper and washer systems.
* **Door Lock:** Guidance on the door lock system and its operation.
* **Meter Audio/Visual:** Information on the instrument panel gauges and other visual displays.
* **Horn:** Information on the horn system and its operation.
* **Windshield/Glass Mirror:** Detailed information on the windshield and mirrors.
* **Instrument Panel:** Guidance on the instrument panel and its components.
* **Seat:** Information on the seats and their operation.
* **Engine Hood/ Door:** Detailed information on the engine hood and doors.
* **Exterior & Interior:** Coverage of the vehicle's exterior and interior components.
* **Electrical:** Comprehensive information on the electrical system, including wiring diagrams and troubleshooting guides.
* **Multiplex/ Can Communication:** Guidance on the vehicle's multiplex and CAN communication systems.
With this comprehensive manual, you can confidently tackle most repair and maintenance tasks on your 1973 Chevrolet S10 Blazer. You'll save money and gain valuable knowledge about your vehicle.
The 1973 Chevrolet S10 Blazer is a bit of a misnomer, as the S10 designation wouldn't be introduced until 1982. The vehicle you're referring to is actually a first-generation Chevrolet Blazer, a rugged and stylish SUV that helped define the burgeoning off-road vehicle market of the early 1970s. It was built on the same platform as the Chevrolet K5, a heavy-duty pickup truck, and shared its robust ladder frame construction. The Blazer offered a blend of car-like handling and off-road capability, thanks to its independent front suspension and optional four-wheel drive. This made it a popular choice for families seeking adventure and weekend warriors needing a versatile vehicle for work and play.
The 1973 Blazer came standard with a powerful V8 engine and a three-speed automatic transmission. Options included a more potent V8, a four-speed manual transmission, and various trim levels that ranged from basic work trucks to luxurious models with leather upholstery and air conditioning. The Blazer's iconic design, with its square body and removable hardtop, captured the spirit of the era and remains sought after by enthusiasts today. It represented a shift in automotive design, offering a blend of functionality and style that would become a defining element of future generations of SUVs. While the 1973 Blazer wasn't the first SUV, it was one of the earliest to truly capture the public's imagination, paving the way for a booming segment of the automotive market.