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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1375 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - MU5 (INTRODUCTION, SERVICE & REPLACEMENT))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRANSAXLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the front transaxle mounting bracket on the transaxle assembly.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 64 N.m (47 lb ft).

  2. Install the left transaxle mounting bracket on the transaxle assembly.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 52 N.m (38 lb ft).

  3. Position the transaxle on the front suspension crossmember.
    4. Fig 1: Transaxle To Engine Mounting Bolts
    GM865853Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the 6 transaxle to engine retaining bolts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the bolts (1) to 64 N.m (47 lb ft).
    • Tighten the bolt (2) to 46 N.m (35 lb ft).
    • Tighten the bolts (3) to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Front Transaxle Mount Through Bolt
    GM865494Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the front mount through bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 52 N.m (38 lb ft).

  6. Install the transfer case assembly on the transaxle. Refer to Transfer Case Replacement in Transfer Case - Vibe.
  7. Connect the 3 electrical connectors to the transaxle.
    8. Fig 3: Bolts And Ground Cables
    GM863262Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the 2 bolts and ground cables to the transaxle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).

  9. Install the engine and transaxle as an assembly in the vehicle. Refer to Engine Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 1.6L (LV6).
    10. Fig 4: Flywheel-To-Torque Converter Bolts
    GM865500Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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