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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 482 (DATA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
  • The ignition switch should be in the OFF position when connecting or disconnecting the connectors to the body control module (BCM).
  • Always disconnect the black body wiring harness connector FIRST and the gray instrument panel (I/P) wiring harness connector LAST.
  • Always connect the black body wiring harness connector FIRST and the gray I/P wiring harness LAST.
  • Do not open the BCM housing. The module does not have any serviceable components. The module may be replaced only as an assembly.
    Fig 1: View Of Body Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1283827Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
  2. Remove the right front hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  3. Disconnect the body wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the BCM.
  4. Disconnect the remote control door lock receiver antenna wire from the BCM.
    5. Fig 2: View Of I/P Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1283829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the I/P wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the BCM.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Detached Body Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1283832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Release the fastener retaining the body wiring harness electrical connector to the BCM.
    7. Fig 4: View Of BCM
    GM1283835Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the 2 fasteners retaining the BCM to the hinge pillar.
  8. Remove the BCM from the hinge pillar by unlocking the integral tab.
  9. Remove the BCM from the vehicle.
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