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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 107 (SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMS)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONFLOOR SHIFT CONTROL CABLEREMOVAL
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Floor Shift Control Cable: Removal
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure the transmission is in Park. Raise and support the vehicle. Remove the end of the range selector cable from the transmission range selector lever ball stud (6). See Figure .
- Remove the retainer (5) from the range selector cable. Remove the range selector cable (4) from the bracket (1). Remove the cable from the retainer (3) on the floor panel.
- If the vehicle is equipped with 4WD, remove the cable from the retainers located on the transfer case. On all models, remove the drivers side front mat and carpet. Push the cable grommet (2) up through the floor panel. See Fig 1 . Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the console. See FLOOR CONSOLE . Remove the end of the range selector cable (1) from the floor control ball stud. See Figure .
- Remove the range selector cable (2) from the floor shift control assembly. Remove the tape and grommet on the shift cable from the floor panel. Remove the range selector cable (3) from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.