Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the front floor kick -up panel. Refer to Kick -Up Panel Replacement - Front Floor in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the cover from the I/P electrical center.
  3. Remove the RDO/CD MiniFuse® #5 from the I/P electrical center.
    Fig 1: Electrical/Audio Connector At Remote CD Changer
    GM171887Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Open the rear lift window panel.
  5. Remove the center rear storage compartment cover.
  6. Reposition the carpet in the center rear storage compartment to expose the base of the remote compact disc (CD) changer.
  7. Disconnect the electrical/audio connector from the remote compact disc (CD) changer.
  8. Fig 2: Remote CD Changer & Mounting Nuts
    GM337876Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the nuts mounting the remote CD changer to the center rear storage compartment rear wall.
  10. Remove the remote CD changer from the vehicle.
  11. Fig 3: CD Mounting Brackets & Bolts
    GM65120Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the remote CD changer mounting bracket bolts.
  13. Remove the mounting brackets from the remote CD changer.
  14. IMPORTANT: Reinstall the transportation pin when shipping or transporting the remote CD changer.
  15. If shipping or transporting the remote CD changer, reinstall the transportation pin by inserting into the original position and fixing in place with clear tape.
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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.