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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .
  2. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L Engine w/RPOs Y91 and Z88) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
  3. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
    1. Reposition the boot to expose the stud.
    2. Remove the generator cable nut.
    3. Remove the generator cable from the stud.
    4. Fig 1: View Of Generator Cable & Nut
    GM395686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Open the positive cable junction block.
  5. Remove the generator cable nut.
  6. Remove the generator cable (2) from the junction block.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Battery Cables At Junction Block
    GM662521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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