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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1437 (REAR DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR AXLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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.
- Install the rear-axle assembly to the vehicle.
- Connect the upper control arm to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Connect the lower control arm to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Connect the rear axle tie rod to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Tie Rod Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Install the coil springs. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Install the stabilizer shaft to the rear axle. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Install the caliper assemblies to the rear axle. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
- Connect the right rear cable of the park brake to the rear axle. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement in Park Brake.
- Connect the left rear cable of the park brake to the rear axle. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement in Park Brake.
- Install the propeller. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - FRONT in Propeller Shaft.
- Connect the rear axle vent tube.
- Install the rear tires and the rear wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Capacities - Approximate Fluid and to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations in Maintenance and Lubrication.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
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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.