Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Strut At Upper Ball Stud
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  1. Connect the defogger lower electrical connector to the strut.
  2. Install the strut with the rod side down to the lower bracket.
  3. Install the strut to the upper bracket.
  4. Connect the defogger upper electrical connector.
  5. Fig 2: Lift Window Panel And Suitably
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  6. Remove the lift window panel support and close the lift window panel.
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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.