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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 64 (SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSHIFT LOCK SOLENOIDREMOVAL
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Shift Lock Solenoid: Removal
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal
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- Disable the SIR system. See AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION. Remove the knee bolster. See KNEE BOLSTER . Remove the body control module bracket. See appropriate BODY CONTROL MODULES article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
- Place the shift lever clevis into the Neutral position. Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Use a small screwdriver to pry the shift lock actuator away from the steering column jacket assembly and the cable shift cam assembly. See Figure . Remove the shift lock actuator.
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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.