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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Sierra, 2010 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2010 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. NOTE: Do not remove the spare tire and wheel hoist.
  3. Remove the spare tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement .
  4. Fig 1: Identifying Trailer Brake Control Relay Bolts
    GM2127555Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the trailer brake control relay electrical connector.
  6. NOTE: It is not necessary to completely remove the bolts.
  7. Loosen, but do not remove, the trailer brake control relay bolts (1).
  8. Fig 2: Identifying Trailer Brake Control Relay
    GM2127559Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Slide the trailer brake control relay (1) toward the center of the vehicle and remove the trailer brake control relay.