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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Installing Brackets & Rivets
    GM756541Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the rivets (3) that secure the rocker panel molding bracket (4) to the vehicle.
  3. Install the assist step brackets (5) to the vehicle.
    4. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the 5 retaining bolts (1) to the inner side of the rocker panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts (1) to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).

  5. Install the 5 retaining bolts (2) to the inner side of the rocker panel.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    6. Fig 2: Installing Stud Plates & Step Brackets
    GM756547Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the 5 stud plates (1) to the 5 assist step brackets (2).
    7. Fig 3: Installing Rivets To Secure Assist Step Brackets To Rocker Panel
    GM756551Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the rivets (1) that secure the assist step brackets to the rocker panel.
  8. Install the rocker panel molding. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT - ROCKER PANEL (Z-71) or MOLDING REPLACEMENT - ROCKER PANEL (UTILITY)
    9. Fig 4: Installing Spacers & Nuts
    GM756539Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. With the aid of an assistant, install the assist step to the vehicle.
  10. Install the spacers and the nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts (1) to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).

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