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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2011MALIBU LTZ, 2.4 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 172 (COMPUTER/INTEGRATING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ, 2.4 1

Removal Procedure

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ, 2.4 1SECTION Removal Procedure

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL .
Remove the right side instrument panel (I/P) insulator.

Fig 1: View Of Body Control Module

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Push the release tab on the bottom of the bracket to release the body control module (BCM).
Slide the BCM from the bracket.

Fig 2: View Of Electrical Connectors

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Disconnect the electrical connectors.

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When to See a Mechanic

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

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.