Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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.
- Install the cover (11) to the brake pedal (10).
- Apply Lubriplate lubricant, GM P/N 1052196 (Canadian P/N 5264008), or the equivalent, to the bushings (2,4).
- Install the bushings to the pedal.
- Install the pedal and the shaft bolt (6) to the bracket.
- Install the nut (1) to the shaft bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt and the nut to 37 N.m (27.3 lb ft).
- Install the bracket and the 4 nuts to the vehicle.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 12.7 N.m (112.4 lb in).
- Apply Lubriplate lubricant, GM P/N 1052196 (Canadian P/N 5264008), or the equivalent, to the push rod clevis pin (9) and to the clevis pin hole in the pedal.
- Install the push rod clevis pin and the washer in order to retain the push rod clevis to the pedal.
- Install the clip (7) in order to retain the clevis pin to the pedal.
- Connect the stoplamp switch connector.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Measure the brake pedal travel. Adjust if necessary. Refer to Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
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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.