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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Installing Body Side Hinges To The Body

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Install the body side hinges to the body.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the nuts retaining the body side hinges to the body.
Tighten: Tighten the body side hinge nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Hinge Bushings To Body Side Hinges

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Install the hinge pivots (1) to the body side hinges.
Install the hinge bushings (2) to the body side hinges.

Fig 3: Installing Hinge Pivots To Liftgate Hinges

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Install the hinge bushings (1) to the liftgate hinges.
Install the hinge pivots (2) to the liftgate hinges.
With the aid of an assistant, install the liftgate to the body side hinge by inserting the hinge pivots into the hinge bushings and sliding the liftgate to the right.

Fig 4: Installing Liftgate Hinge Pivot Retainers To Liftgate Hinge Pivots

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Install the liftgate hinge pivot retainers (1) to the liftgate hinge pivots.
Connect the liftgate to the body wiring harness connector. Refer to WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT - Lift Gate .
Install the liftgate struts. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - Lift Gate .
Install the liftgate window. Refer to Window Replacement - Liftgate .

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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.