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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1775 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION - GETRAG 5 SPEED)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHIFT CONTROL CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Shift Cable Pass-Through Grommet
    GM1159575Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the shift cables from the interior of the vehicle to the underhood area. Ensure that the shift cable pass-through grommet is properly seated and the grommet arrow is pointing up.
  2. Replace the carpeting at the front of the dash.
  3. Install the right side console trim panel.
    4. Fig 2: Shift Cables & Control Lever Assembly Housing
    GM1472902Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the shift cables to the control lever assembly.
  5. With the shift cable ends in the adjusters, adjust the cables by pushing the shifter neutral lock clip. Move the shifter slightly to center the lock clip.
    6. IMPORTANT: Ensure the transaxle is in NEUTRAL.
  6. Press and lock the shift cable retainers.
  7. Pull the shifter neutral lock clip to the original position.
    8. Fig 3: Electrical Connectors & Window Switch Trim Bezel
    GM1159558Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the electrical connectors.
  9. Install the trim bezel.
  10. Install the control assembly boot to the trim bezel.
    11. Fig 4: Cable Retainer & Steering Gear Assembly
    GM1159548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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