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Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 2002 GMC Yukon, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the IP trim bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - IP CLUSTER .
- Pull out the lamp switch, 4WD shift buttons, cargo lamp and air deflector louver assembly in order to disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Disconnect all the electrical connectors from the lamp switch, cargo lamp and 4WD shift buttons assembly.
- Remove the lamp switch, 4WD shift buttons, cargo lamp and air deflector louver assembly from the vehicle.
- Remove the electrical harness retainer from the IP support beam.
- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the transfer case shift control module.
- Move the electrical harness to the left side in order to make room to turn the transfer case shift control module.
- Rotate the transfer case shift control module about 45 degrees counter clockwise while pulling out at the same time until the module is approximately 90 degrees from the original position.
- Pull out the module from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.