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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 609 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL 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 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Refer to the following procedure to remove the windshield pillar garnish moldings:
- Pull the door weatherstrip away from the pinchweld flange to expose the garnish molding.
- Pull on the garnish molding to disengage the 2 clips.
- Remove the garnish molding from the car.
- Starting at the left side, carefully lift upwards on the instrument panel (I/P) upper trim panel in order to release the retainers from the I/P upper trim pad. Work towards the right in order to access the daytime running lamp (DRL) ambient light sensor.
- Remove the DRL ambient light sensor from the I/P upper trim panel by twisting the sensor 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
- Remove the DRL ambient light sensor from the connector.
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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.