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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1570 (BATTERY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGROUND STRAP REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Install the ground strap to the stud.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the ground strap nut to the stud at the front of dash.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 1: Install Ground Strap & Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Position the ground strap and engine wiring harness ground.
Install the engine wiring harness ground bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to ENGINE SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L ENGINES) or ENGINE SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (6.0L ENGINE W/RPOS Y91 AND Z88) .

Fig 2: Install Engine Wiring Harness Ground Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.