Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the left door sill plate. Refer to Door Sill Plate Replacement in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the left lock pillar trim. Refer to Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Upper Convertible) or Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Coupe) or Trim Replacement - Lock Pillar (Lower Convertible and Hard Top) in Interior Trim.
  3. Disconnect the front windshield antenna coaxial cable from the antenna module.
    Fig 1: Front Windshield Antenna Coaxial Cable At Antenna Module
    GM65099Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Release the IP wiring harness from the body retaining clips.
  5. Remove the IP wiring harness push -in retainers from the floor panel support.
  6. Separate the front windshield antenna coaxial cable from the radio control coaxial cable and the IP wiring harness.
  7. Fig 2: Coaxial Cable At Insulation Tape Along The Hinge Pillar
    GM65098Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the IP left lower insulator panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  9. Remove the coaxial cable from the insulation tape along the hinge pillar.
  10. Fig 3: Coaxial Cable At Front Windshield Antenna Connector
    GM171883Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  12. Remove the sunshades. Refer to Sunshade Replacement in Interior Trim.
  13. Remove the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  14. Disconnect the coaxial cable from the front windshield antenna connector.
  15. Remove the bolt retaining the coaxial cable ground wire to the windshield frame.
  16. Fig 4: Coaxial Cable At Windshield Frame
    GM289881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Remove the tape (1) retaining the coaxial cable to the windshield frame.
  18. Remove the coaxial cable from the vehicle.
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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.