Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal 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. Remove rear bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Aztek) or Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Rendezvous) in Bumpers.
  2. Disconnect electrical from the rear object sensor.
    Fig 1: View Of Rear Object Sensor Electrical Connectors
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  3. Lift the locking tabs on the housing (4) and remove the rear object sensor (1).
    Fig 2: View Of Rear Object Sensor Assembly
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  4. Squeeze the spring (1) and remove it from the housing (2).
  5. Fig 3: View Of Spring & Housing
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  6. Release the tabs on the housing and remove.
    Fig 4: View Of Rear Object Sensor Housing
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  7. Remove the rear object sensor bezel by pushing it through the fascia.
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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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