Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Routing Coaxial Cable Behind I/P
    GM1237263Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Securely attach the mechanics wire already routed behind the I/P to the end of the coaxial cable (3).
  2. If equipped, carefully remove the rose bud (1) from the coaxial cable.
  3. Grasp and gently pull the mechanics wire through the cowl insulator, routing the coaxial cable behind the I/P.
  4. Attach the lower rose bud (2) to the cowl.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Coaxial Cable & Right Windshield Pillar
    GM1236116Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the coaxial cable to the digital radio receiver.
  7. Attach the coaxial cable to the right windshield pillar (1).
  8. Install the right front door sill plate. Refer to Front Side Door Sill Plate Replacement .
  9. Install the right closeout insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  10. Connect the electrical connectors to the digital radio antenna assembly. Refer to Digital Radio Antenna ReplacementΒ .
  11. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
  12. Install the right sunshade and inboard retaining clip. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
  13. Install the I/P trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
  14. Install the right windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
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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.