Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet SSR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View of Folding Top

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Cycle the folding top to reveal the body rear accessory compartment.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

Fig 2: Identifying Body Accessory Compartment Lid Nuts

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Loosen the nuts and remove the lid from the body accessory compartment.
Remove the folding top control module. Refer to Folding Top Control Module Replacement in Roof.
Remove the rear relay center. Refer to Rear Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.
Remove the daytime running lamps (DRL) diode. Refer to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Diode Replacement in Lighting Systems.

Fig 3: View of Intermediate Bracket Fasteners

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Remove the 4 fasteners retaining the intermediate bracket.

Fig 4: Identifying Amplifier Electrical Connectors & Fasteners

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Disconnect the electrical connectors to the amplifier (3).
Remove the 4 fasteners (1, 2) retaining the amplifier to the body rear accessory compartment.
Remove the amplifier from the vehicle.