Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
- Install the starter motor.
- Install the starter motor mount bolt (2) and nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the starter mount bolt and nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Connect the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid and secure the cable with a nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) to the solenoid and secure the lead with a nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the S-terminal nut to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Install the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve and/or Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
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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.