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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal 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.
  1. Remove the spring and shock absorber assembly. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (FWD)  or Shock Absorber Replacement (AWD) .
  2. Use the J 45400  , or equivalent, in order to compress the spring.
    3. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Upper Nut (AWD)
    GM829785Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use a wrench in order to hold the piston rod.

    Remove the upper nut.

    4. Fig 2: Strut Components (AWD)
    GM829773Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the shock absorber upper insulator retainer (9).
  5. Remove the shock absorber upper insulator (8).
  6. Remove the shock absorber upper mount (7).
  7. Remove the shock absorber lower insulator (6).
  8. Remove the spring upper insulator (2).
  9. Remove the spring compressor.
  10. Remove the spring (3).
  11. Remove the jounce bumper (5).
  12. Remove the shock absorber (4).
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