Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation 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.
- Install the ignition switch into position on the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Install the ignition switch retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the ignition switch retaining bolts to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).
- Install the park/lock cable (A/T) to the ignition switch (still in the ON position).
Push to secure the cable retaining tab.
- Connect the ignition switch electrical connections.
- Install the hazard warning switch wiring harness to the ignition switch retainer.
- Install the ignition switch bezel to the switch.
- Wrap the ignition switch lock cylinder wire around the base of the ignition switch bezel, as noted during removal.
- Align the bezel slots to the lock cylinder pins, then push to secure.
- Connect the lock cylinder electrical connector.
- Install the lock cylinder electrical connector to the retaining tab on the side of the ignition switch.
- Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
- Install the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
- Install the console. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
- Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten: Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming in Keyless Entry.
- Release the parking brake.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
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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.