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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the generator to the vehicle and position the generator above the drive axle.
  2. Install electrical harness to retainer on right fender well.
  3. Install the power steering pump to the engine. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement (LA1 ) or Power Steering Pump Replacement (LY7) in Power Steering System.
  4. Install the fuel pressure test port (schrader valve) cap to the fuel injector rail.
  5. Install the power steering pipes from the power steering pipe retainer.
  6. Install the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement .
  7. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
    8. Fig 1: Aligning Generator To Generator Bracket
    GM368801Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the generator to the generator bracket and position the generator above the drive axle.
  9. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
  10. Install the generator to the generator bracket.
    11. Fig 2: Locating Generator Front Bolt
    GM368802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the generator front bolt.
    12. Fig 3: Identifying Generator Rear Bolts
    GM368803Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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