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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 955 (INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM DISPLAYS, GAUGES AND CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCENTER CONSOLE END PANEL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the power outlets to the end panel, if equipped. Refer to Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement - 12 Volt in Power Outlets.
  2. Install the rear seat audio control, if equipped. Refer to Audio Control Replacement - Rear Seat in Entertainment.
  3. Install the rear seat heater switch, if equipped. Refer to Heated Seat Switch Replacement - Rear in Seats.
  4. Connect all electrical connectors.
  5. Install the end panel to the console.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the 2 top retaining screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).

    7. Fig 1: End Panel Upper Screws
    GM882652Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the 2 retaining screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).

    Fig 2: Cupholder Screws
    GM882669Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the rear cupholder to the end panel. Refer to Cupholder Replacement (Luxury) , Cupholder Replacement (Non-Luxury) , Cupholder Replacement (Rear)  or Cupholder Replacement (Pro) .
  9. Install the storage bin. Refer to Console Storage Bin Replacement (Expect Pro)  or Console Storage Bin Replacement (Pro) .
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