Safety Warning
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Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel (convertible). Refer to Compartment Lid Extension - Folding Top Stowage in Interior Trim.
- Open the console door.
- Pull up on the rear of the electronic traction control, ride control switch (2) in order to release the retaining clips; if the switch does not release from the trim plate, perform the following steps:
- Carefully insert a screwdriver into the recess located at the rear of the switch.
- Gently pull up the rear of the switch.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the switch.
- Disconnect the LED connector (1) from the wiring harness connector (2).
- Remove the switch.
- Using a small flat bladed screwdriver, carefully remove the console retaining nut covers.
- Remove the nuts retaining the rear of the console.
- Remove the nuts retaining the front of the console and the IP accessory trim plate.
- Lift the rear of the console slightly and pull rearward to release the front of the console from under the IP accessory trim plate.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the electrical accessory plug.
- Unscrew to remove the console electrical accessory plug retainer from the console electrical accessory plug housing.
- Remove the electrical accessory plug housing from the console.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch.
- Remove the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch from the console.
Turn the console over and carefully insert a small flat bladed screwdriver to release the switch tabs.
- Remove the console from 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.