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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal 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.
  1. Remove the liftgate window. Refer to WINDOW REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE in Stationary Windows.
  2. Remove the rear quarter trim located above the tail lamps. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT - REAR PANEL in Exterior Trim.
  3. Remove the liftgate window garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - REAR WINDOW in Interior Trim.
  4. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE  .
  5. Disconnect the rear windshield washer fluid supply line.
    6. Fig 1: Rear Windshield Washer Fluid Supply Line
    G01642183Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the center high mount stop lamp (CHMSL) electrical connector located behind the header panel.
  7. Disconnect the rear windshield defogger electrical connectors (2).
    8. Fig 2: Rear Windshield Defogger Electrical Connectors
    G01642184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the license plate pocket. Refer to LICENSE PLATE POCKET REPLACEMENT  .
  9. Remove the lock cylinder. Refer to LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE  .
  10. Remove the window latch assembly. Refer to LATCH REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE WINDOW  .
  11. Remove the window wiper assembly. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT - REAR in Wipers/Washer Systems.
  12. Remove the liftgate control module. Refer to LIFT GATE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT  .
  13. Remove the liftgate wire harness. Refer to WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE  .
  14. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE  .
    15. Fig 3: Liftgate Hinge Nuts
    G01642185Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges using a grease pencil or other suitable marking device.
  16. Remove the liftgate hinge nuts with the aid of an assistant.
  17. Remove the liftgate from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
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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.