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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1397 (CELLULAR COMMUNICATION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSNAVIGATION CONTROL PROCESSOR BRACKET REPLACEMENT (TRAILBLAZER, ENVOY, BRAVADA)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the right rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear No. 1 (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) in Seats.
Remove the communication interface module. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) or Communication Interface Module Replacement (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL) in Interior Trim.

Fig 1: Releasing Retaining Tab On Upper Bracket

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Using a flat bladed tool, release the retaining tab on the upper bracket.
Slide the upper bracket inboard until the retaining tabs are released from the processor bracket.
Remove the upper bracket from the processor bracket.

Fig 2: Removing Processor Bracket

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Remove the nut that retains the processor bracket to the rear seat back stud.
Remove the processor bracket 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.