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Removal Procedure
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Envoy and 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the right windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
- Remove the instrument panel (I/P) trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement .
- Remove the right sunshade and inboard retaining clip. Refer to Sunshade Replacement .
- Lower the front portion of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical connectors from the digital radio antenna assembly. Refer to Digital Radio Antenna Replacement .
- Remove the right front door sill plate. Refer to Front Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement .
- Remove the coaxial cable from the right windshield pillar (1).
- Lower the right closeout insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
- Disconnect the coaxial cable from the digital radio receiver.
- Remove the lower rose bud (2) from the cowl.
- Securely attach a mechanics wire to the end of the coaxial cable (3).
- The coaxial cable is routed through the cowl insulator access hole and positioned between the cowl and the I/P. In order to release the upper rose bud (1), grasp the coaxial cable near the bottom of the windshield and carefully pull upward.
- Leaving the mechanics wire routed behind the I/P, remove the mechanics wire from the coaxial cable.
- 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:
- • 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.