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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 652 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIP DIMMER SWITCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the I/P dimmer switch to the air deflector.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the fasteners in order to secure the I/P dimmer switch to the air deflector.
Tighten

Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Connect the electrical connector to the I/P dimmer switch.
Install the I/P dimmer switch knob.

Fig 1: Installing I/P Dimmer Switch
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Position the left air deflector to the opening in the I/P cluster trim plate.
Push inward in order to engage the clips securing the air deflector to the I/P cluster trim plate.
Install the left I/P endcap. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (IP) OUTER TRIM COVER REPLACEMENT .

Fig 2: Installing Left Air Deflector
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.