Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Antenna Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT)

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Antenna Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT)
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Fig 1: Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Antenna (Avalanche/Escalade EXT)
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Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Antenna Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT)

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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable roof rail SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove body side lock pillar garnish molding. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Standard Wheelbase) , Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT) , Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Extended Wheelbase) .
  3. Remove rear upper garnish molding. Refer to Rear Upper Garnish Molding Replacement (Avalanche/Escalade EXT) .
1 Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Antenna

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the antenna from the remote control door lock receiver.
  2. Note the routing of the antenna.
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When to See a Mechanic

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.