Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Connect the actuator pushrod to the mode door lever.
    Fig 1: Connecting Actuator Pushrod To Mode Door Lever
    G01482316Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Position the mode actuator on to the mounting slides of the HVAC module assembly.
    Fig 2: Positioning Mode Actuator On To Mounting Slides Of HVAC Module Assembly
    G01482317Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Ensure that the lock tab (1) locks the mode actuator.
  4. Connect the vacuum lines to the mode actuator.
  5. Install the instrument panel knee bolster bracket. Refer to KNEE BOLSTER REPLACEMENT .
  6. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT .
    Fig 3: Identifying Lock Tab
    G01482318Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.