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#591 of 607 Starting problems by pinked77

Nov 29, 2011 (8:21 am)

I have 1995 S10 Chevy Blazer. Recently I've had issues starting it. In the beginning it would take 3 - 4 turns of the key to start it. Now it has progressed to 3-4 turns of the key with a pump of the gas pedal. New this morning. Turned the key and got no dash lights and CD player did the eject as if battery was disconnected, then another turn of the key power restored and a few more turns of the key and a pump or 2 of the gas pedal and it started. Any ideas what to check for an easy fix?

#592 of 607 Re: power windows and more...HELP [bitter] by 97greenjimmy

Dec 01, 2011 (7:32 pm)

Replying to: bitter (Jul 30, 2010 3:32 am)
I think I may have found my salvation! Years ago my power locks, seats, and remote stopped working. I took it to the dealer and they couldn't fix it but I had to pay $300 labor. The dome light also went on and off by itself, but that's minor Then the key became stuck in the igniton. Now about 3 months ago, the AC would momentarily turn off when I hit any of the power window buttons (includes heat or any blower functions at all)--then the 2 brake lights on the dash started going on and off constantly--at this point the the AC and windows entirely ceased to function. I'm a divorced mom and I don't have anyone to help me, and auto problems are a HUGE expense. I have had this truck for 10 yrs and it has been so reliable it ALWAYS starts for me but this was making it impossible here in FL not being able to turn on the AC OR ROLL THE WINDOWS down when it's 98 outside. I'm going to buy the IGN switch and change it out and I hope so much this fixes it! TY ALL!

#593 of 607 Re: NEED HELP ASAP 95 BLAZER HEADLIGHTS WONT TURN ON [hatemyblazer] by nickyp1

Dec 02, 2011 (6:46 pm)

Replying to: hatemyblazer (Jul 12, 2011 8:24 pm)
If this only effects the automatic headlights but they work if you turn the switch manually you might have a weak spring on the emergency bake if the E-brake is depressed even slightly it will disable the automatic headlights from working....Good luck

#594 of 607 Re: ABS Issues [ohioracer] by nickyp1

Dec 02, 2011 (6:55 pm)

Replying to: ohioracer (Aug 22, 2010 7:57 am)
Hi,
I had the same problem with my 98 Blazer. The problem is definetly the low speed sensors I changed mine and it still didn't work most of the time when you replace the sensors alone they don't work. I replaced the both hubs with the matching sensors and that did the trick!!!! Actually it dosen't hurt to replace the hubs as part of your maintenance. Good luck

#595 of 607 Re: 4x4 not working [lzacharyjw] by nickyp1

Dec 02, 2011 (7:34 pm)

Replying to: lzacharyjw (Jun 07, 2011 12:55 am)
Hi,
I know its been a long time since you posted the problem with your blazer (4x4 problem) I was wondering if you ever fixed it and if you did what the problem was?
 
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#596 of 607 Re: Starting problems [pinked77] by one_s10_blazer

Dec 17, 2011 (9:59 pm)

Replying to: pinked77 (Nov 29, 2011 8:21 am)
Hi. I also have a 1995 S10 Blazer and have had EXACTLY the same issues with mine, and got those issues fixed. With mine, there were two things going on: the hard starting was due to an old and crusty distributor cap that needed to be replaced (go ahead and put a new rotor on while you're at it). Cost: about $50. As for the electrical issues, that's all in the multi-switch. Unfortunately, many of the blazers electrical functions (lights, wipers, cruise control) all run through the multi-switch on your steering column. It's not too hard to replace (and can be done without taking off the steering wheel if you're patient) but the OEM price is over $200. I looked around & found one at an online discount parts place, brand new & looks exactly the same as the original for under $70 (including shipping). Looks like you're in luck because I emailed myself the link to that part when I found it so I wouldn't lose it. Here it is. That's my 2 cents. Good luck!

#597 of 607 Re: Starting problems [one_s10_blazer] by ddelan

Feb 02, 2012 (12:16 pm)

Replying to: one_s10_blazer (Dec 17, 2011 9:59 pm)
i also have a 95 blazer s10. i found that the wire attached to battery wire the thin line did not have a good connection and car would not start and stalled out a few times before i fixed it. keep that in mind. danny.......

#598 of 607 1997 Blazer Electrical Problems! by ryanlindsey22

Mar 15, 2012 (1:15 pm)

So i have been having Electrical problems with the suv lately mainly the windows would go down but not back up, or would go down very slow, or not at all. so i took it into goodyear they said i needed an ignition switch$, so i had it done. tested the windows in the lot they went up down fine, go it home they would not work. so i started playing around and found that the fuse( circuit breaker) for the power windows was getting so hot that i could barley touch it. Why is that, i assume its why the windows will not work. I was told i needed a new alternator, or i have a short in a door or somewhere. also sometimes the voltage gauge is low or moves. I have found that leaving the fuse( circuit breaker) out while running the truck and only putting it in to roll the windows up in down works half the time (thank god i have a garage) but when i pull the fuse out( circuit breaker), it is so hot i cant touch it. Any idea on what it could be before i go have this alternator done?

#599 of 607 2001 Chevy Blazer Steering Column/blinkers recall by pleasantstyle

Mar 17, 2012 (9:14 am)

While driving, I constantly hear blinking as if I have my signal light on. It is not blinking/flashing on my dashboard, but always hear it blinking while car is running and driving; not when car is turned off. It doesn't appear externally, so it isn't a hazard while driving; only annoying to hear. Signal lights work just fine. I've replaced the flasher relay, not the problem. Anyone heard of a Steering column recall.

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