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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1613 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the steering column from J 41352.

Fig 1: Removing Steering Column From J 41352
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Position the steering column.
Insert the lower end of the steering column shaft into the intermediate steering shaft coupling.
Connect the steering column electrical connectors.

Fig 2: Connecting Steering Column Electrical Connectors & Mounting Bolts
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Tighten the electrical connector bolt in order to draw the two halves of the electrical connectors together.
Install the shift indicator cable.
Install the transaxle casing to the shift cam ball stud.
Install the column bracket to the park lock cable.
Install the A/T range selector cable end to the shift cam.
Install the A/T control indicator adjuster.
CAUTION: When installing the steering column to the intermediate shaft, make sure that the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt installation. If the bolt is inserted into the coupling before shaft installation, the two mating shafts may disengage.

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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.