Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Move the electrical harness to the left side in order to make room to install the transfer case shift control module.
  2. Fig 1: Transfer Case Shift Control Module
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  3. Install the transfer case shift control module so that the electrical connector ports are to the right or pointing towards the instrument cluster.
  4. While installing the transfer case shift control module rotate clockwise until the module is in place and the electrical connector ports are facing outwards.
  5. Fig 2: Electrical Harness Retainer
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  6. Install the electrical harness retainer to the IP support beam.
  7. Connect the 2 electrical connectors to the transfer case shift control module.
  8. Fig 3: Lamp Switch, 4WD Shift Buttons, Cargo Lamp & Air Deflector Louver Assembly
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  9. Install the lamp switch, 4WD shift buttons, cargo lamp and air deflector louver assembly the vehicle.
  10. Connect all the electrical connectors to the lamp switch, cargo lamp and 4WD shift buttons assembly.
  11. Install the lamp switch, 4WD shift buttons, cargo lamp and air deflector louver assembly in place.
  12. Install the IP trim bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - IP CLUSTER .
  13. Start the engine and test the automatic transfer case system for proper shift operation.
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