Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Grinding Existing Frame Rail Seam To Taper Seam
    GM907517Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Grind the existing frame rail seam to taper seam at a 45 degree angle.
  2. Prepare all of the attaching surfaces as necessary.
  3. Apply the weld-thru primer to all of the welded surfaces.
  4. Fig 2: Installing Service Frame Section To Existing Frame
    GM1334941Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Position the service frame section to the existing frame and clamp in place.
  6. Fig 3: Welding Upper And Lower Horizontal Joints From Corner To Corner
    GM1334946Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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