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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1759 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY REPLACEMENT (2.4L (LAT))REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not tip the battery over a 45 degree angle or acid could spill causing serious personal injury.

Fig 1: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Auxiliary Bussed Electrical Center (BEC)

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.2L (L61) and 3.5L (L66)) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.4L (LAT)) .
Remove the engine wiring harness auxiliary bussed electrical center bussed electrical center (BEC) (1) from the wiring harness relay block bracket.
Remove the engine wiring harness clip (2) from the positive battery cable bracket.
Reposition the engine wiring harness auxiliary BEC (1) out of the way.

Fig 2: Identifying Hybrid-Related Harness Retainers

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Remove the 36 volt positive battery cable clip (4) from the engine control module (ECM) bracket.

Fig 3: Identifying ECM Bracket And ECM

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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.