Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the coaxial cable harness to the roof beams with the rosebud clips (3).
  2. Connect the power lead connectors (2).
    Fig 1: Installing Coaxial Cable Harness
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  3. Install the antenna connection (2) at the windshield.
  4. Connect the ground connector (1) to the roof beam.
    Fig 2: Connecting Coaxial Cable From Antenna Module
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  5. Connect the coaxial cable connectors (2).
    Fig 3: Connecting Coaxial Cable Connectors
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  6. Install the coaxial cable connections to the antenna module.
  7. Install the upper instrument panel trim pad. Refer to TRIM PAD REPLACEMENT -- IP UPPER .
  8. Install the headliner. Refer to HEADLINER REPLACEMENT (WITH SUNROOF) or HEADLINER REPLACEMENT (WITHOUT SUNROOF) .
  9. Install the upper rear quarter trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- REAR QUARTER UPPER .
  10. Install the right side windshield garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT -- WINDSHIELD PILLAR .
    Fig 4: Connecting Coaxial Cable To Antenna Module
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.