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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1586 (EXTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL OPENING FLARE REPLACEMENT-REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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IMPORTANT:
Install in an environment that is free from dust or dirt. Dust and dirt could come in contact with the adhesive surface and prevent proper adhesive.
- Clean the area where the wheel opening flare is to be mounted.
Use a suitable solvent, such as flash naptha or a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water.
- Dry the area thoroughly.
- Warm the body panel with a heat gun J 25070
to a minimum of 21°C (70°C).IMPORTANT: Do not touch the adhesive surface when the tape is removed.
- Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel opening flare.
- Install the wheel opening flare to the rear fender.
- Install the push pins to retain the wheel opening flare.
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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.