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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2025EQUINOX ACTIV, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMSCELLULAR, ENTERTAINMENT, AND NAVIGATIONREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE BATTERY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2025 Chevrolet Equinox ACTIV, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2025 Chevrolet Equinox ACTIV, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
  1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Fold the assist handle downward and hold.

  3. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the bolts.
  4. Roof Rail Assist Handle Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [4x]
  5. Roof Rail Assist Handle- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
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    Use an appropriate tool to release the lamp from the headlining trim panel.

  7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  8. Roof Rail Rear Seat Position Reading and Courtesy Lamp (1) - Remove
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    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]

  10. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt- Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
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    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Pull away lower trim panel first, then pull away the upper trim panel and remove the upper trim panel with seat belt running through it.

  12. Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
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    Remove the 2 headlining trim panel retainers.

  14. Lower the headlining trim panel (1) enough to gain access to the part.
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    NOTE:

    No need to remove the bracket

    Disconnect the electrical connectors.

  16. Release the retaining tabs.
  17. Telematic Control Module (1) - Remove
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    Release the retaining tab.

  19. Remove the communication interface module battery cover (1) to access the component.
  20. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  21. Communication Interface Module Battery (2) - Remove
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  • • 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.