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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Section 1437 (Rear Drive Axle)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Section 1437 (Rear Drive Axle)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Repair Instructions
- Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle
- Lubricant Replacement - Rear Drive Axle
- Vent Hose Replacement
- Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement
- Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
- Rear Axle Shaft Seal and/or Bearing Replacement
- Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement
- Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement
- Differential Replacement
- Differential Side Bearings Replacement
- Rear Axle Replacement
- Rear Axle Housing Replacement
- Differential Overhaul
- Bearings Inspection
- Differential Inspection
- Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
- Rear Axle Housing Inspection
- Shims Inspection
- Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Differential Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
- Backlash Adjustment
- Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Notes
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Identification
- Gear Tooth Nomenclature
- Adjustments Affecting Tooth Contact
- Backlash Adjustment
- Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Testing Procedure
- Correct Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- High Flank Contact Pattern
- Low Flank Contact Pattern
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.