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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004MALIBU V6-3.5L VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEBODY CONTROL SYSTEMSBODY CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8
Body Control Module: Service and Repair
2004 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8SECTION Service and Repair
BODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right console trim panel.
3. Remove the body control module (BCM) screws.
4. Remove the BCM wire harness connectors.
5. Remove the BCM.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the BCM.
2. Install the BCM wire harness connectors.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the BCM screws.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
4. Install the right console trim panel.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. For a new or remanufactured BCM, program the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration. Programming and Relearning
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right console trim panel.
3. Remove the body control module (BCM) screws.
4. Remove the BCM wire harness connectors.
5. Remove the BCM.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the BCM.
2. Install the BCM wire harness connectors.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the BCM screws.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
4. Install the right console trim panel.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. For a new or remanufactured BCM, program the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration. Programming and Relearning
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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.