Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the shift control closeout boot.

    Check that the closeout boot fully seats to the shift control lever seal and the base of the shift control assembly (1).

    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the shift control closeout boot retaining nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the shift control closeout boot retaining nuts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

    Fig 1: Shift Control Closeout Boot & Retaining Nuts
    G01971334Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  4. Install the shift control boot over the shift control lever.
    Fig 2: Installing Shift Control Boot Over Shift Control Lever
    G01971335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Align the shift control boot to the IP accessory trim plate opening, then press to lock the boot retaining tabs.
  6. Adjust the shape of the boot for appearance, if necessary.
    Fig 3: Adjusting Shape Of Boot For Appearance
    G01971336Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Screw the shift control knob onto the shift control lever until the knob bottoms out.
    Fig 4: Screwing Shift Control Knob Onto Shift Control Lever
    G01971337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Unscrew the shift control knob just enough to align the retainer slot with the slot on the shift control lever.
  9. Install the shift control knob retainer (1) into the slots and seat fully.
  10. Install the shift control knob button.
  11. Install the console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
    Fig 5: Shift Control Knob Retainer & Button
    G01971338Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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