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S10 Blazer

If your VIN has a "W" or "Z" in it the 4.3L engine used in model year 1993 and 1994 will fit and function properly with your existing engine controls. You have to match the VIN to the engine, though,...

Hi there. The code 12 is for your distributor has no reference. When the engine gets hot, the secondary circuit on the ignition coil gets hot and will not work. I recommend replacing the ignition control module and then recheck....

I would start with checking the O2 sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement). This is what relays exhaust gas changes to the vehicle's computer. When this sensor is not working correctly, incorrect or misdiagnosed air/fuel mixtures are relayed to the vehicle's computer causing incorrect...

There are a few years of this model Chevy Blazer that had some transmission issues much like what you are describing. I would recommend having the vehicle hooked up to an OBD-2 scanner to check the transmission trouble codes that it...

Hi There, There are a few situations that may cause the O2 sensor to produce a false reading. As you may know the [oxygen sensors]((https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) which are part of your emissions system read exhaust gases to determine whether or not...

As you know, there are a few different sizes of bolts that go into your intake manifold. Without specific detail as to the location of the bolt and what it is used for, this may be difficult to advise on...

I would suggest checking the EGR valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-exhaust-gas-recirculation-egr-valve) (exhaust gas recycle). Inside your motor, temperatures can reach 2500 degrees. This is when the EGR valve is needed. When engine temperature is slightly cooler, such as when idling, the EGR valve...

Checking all the basics will usually locate the problem. You didn't mention whether you have verified good spark from the coil wire. Confirm that the plug wires are on right. That distributor turns clockwise, and the firing order is 1-6-5-4-3-2...