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2004 Chevrolet Blazer 4WD

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2004 Blazer 4WD.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 4WD is a body‑on‑frame SUV equipped with a 4.5‑quart oil capacity and specified 5W‑30 API viscosity, paired to a four‑speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel‑economy ratings stand at 17 city, 20 highway, and 18 combined mpg, reflecting the powertrain calibration for that model year. These specifications define the standard configuration for the 2004 Blazer 4WD.

Model year200419951986

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/20/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 75 · 525 CCA battery, OE oil filter 19210286. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 75 · 525 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeENVOY P245-65R17; TRAILBLAZER P245-70R16OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter19210286 alt 12731175
Engine air filter25170512 alt 19259086
Fuel filter25168594
Spark plug12681665
Battery88866121 alt 88865311
Front wiper blades15757007 alt 15757008
Serpentine belt12576453
Thermostat12632948 alt 12551507

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length176.8 in
Overall width67.7 in
Overall height64.6 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Curb weight3867 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 20 / 18 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-5-4-3-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Manual Transmission FluidGM part number 12345349
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity2.0-3.0

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts8.85 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)74.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket89.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle89.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket89.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug18.0-30.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug18.0-30.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-5-4-3-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.060 in
Spark Plug Torque11 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.75-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity8.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number75
Standard BCI Cranking Performance525 cca
Optional BCI Group Number75

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief15 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature188-206 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum62.0 psi
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)55-62
RPM45-59 @ Idle rpm
Injector Primary Resistance11-14 @ 50-90 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression100

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH FOUR WHEEL DISC / WITH STANDARD
Torque to Knuckle77 ft-lbs / 52 ft-lbs / 38 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.030; Rear: 0.030 specification
Brake ApplicationWITH FOUR WHEEL DISC / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.001 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.14 in / 0.787 in / 1.03 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.14 in / 0.787 in / 1.03 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 7,500 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 7,500 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
At 15,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace)
Every 50,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
413
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
50
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2004 Blazer 4WD take?

4.5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2004 Blazer 4WD have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Blazer 4WD get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 20 highway / 18 combined mpg.