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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: The left trim panel goes under the right side. Install the left panel first.
  1. Position the trim panels in the rear compartment.
  2. Fig 1: Positioning Trim Panels
    GM460377Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Return the trim panels to the installed position.
  4. Fig 2: Returning Trim Panels To Installed Position
    GM460553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Press the trim over the rear shock tower studs.
  6. Install the push-in retainers in the trim panels.
  7. Fig 3: Installing Trim Panel Push-In Retainers
    GM561695Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the spare tire cover to the rear compartment.
  9. Fig 4: Spare Tire Cover
    GM460552Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Fixed) or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Folding) in Seats.
  11. If equipped, position the communication interface module and the bracket in the rear compartment.
  12. Connect the GPS antenna cable by pushing in on the metal sleeve.
  13. Connect the 2 lower connectors to the module.
  14. Connect the cellular antenna by pressing in on the square plastic housing.
  15. Fig 5: Communication Interface Module & Connectors
    GM769930Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  16. Install the nuts to the interface module bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

  17. Fig 6: OnStar Module Bracket
    GM769963Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the plastic cover on the On Star module.
  19. Install the convenience net and retainers, if equipped.
  20. Install the tail lamp retainers.
  21. If equipped, install the sill plate. Refer to Compartment Sill Plate Replacement - Rear .
  22. If the vehicle is not equipped with a sill plate, install the push-in retainers beside the lock striker.
  23. Close the rear compartment.