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Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Installing VCU To Bracket Using Clip-On Strap
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  1. Record the 11-digit ESN from the label on the new VCU module.
  2. Install the VCU to the bracket using the clip-on strap (1).
  3. Connect the electrical connectors.
    Fig 2: Installing VCU To Bracket
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  4. Connect the cell antenna coaxial cable (1) to the VCU (2).
    Fig 3: Connecting Cell Antenna Coaxial Cable To VCU
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  5. Slide and secure the VCU bracket (1) to the metal brace on the instrument panel.
    Fig 4: Installing Windshield Garnish Molding
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  6. Install the upper trim pad. Refer to TRIM PAD REPLACEMENT - IP UPPER .
  7. Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILL .
  8. Press and hold the"end call"button, which is a black button with a white dot.

    The OnStar® status light will change from green to red to green.

  9. Contact the OnStar® Dealer support line by pressing the blue OnStar® button twice.

The 11-digit ESN number will be needed by the OnStar® advisor.