Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the carpet retainer. Refer to CARPET REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
  2. Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - UPPER CENTER PILLAR .
  3. Remove the center pillar lower trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LOWER CENTER PILLAR .
  4. Remove the lower pillar garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - LOWER PILLAR .
  5. Remove the upper pillar garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - UPPER PILLAR .
  6. Remove the door opening weatherstrip by grasping the weatherstrip (1) and pulling it off of the body flange.
  7. Remove any adhesive from the body flange using 3Mβ„’ adhesive remover P/N 8984, or equivalent.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Door Weatherstrip
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RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • 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.