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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution .
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (LHD) .
  3. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  4. Remove the hinge pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Fig 1: Identifying Door Module Electrical Connector
    GM1939871Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the door module electrical connector (1).
  7. Fig 2: Identifying Door Module Retainers
    GM1939874Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The door module is located on the right side just under the instrument panel attached to the body.
    IMPORTANT: Pry the door module (1) with a suitable flat bladed tool then maneuver to release top locating retainer (3).
  8. Pry the door module (1) with a suitable flat bladed tool to release the retainers (3).
  9. Remove the door module (1) from the vehicle (2).