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Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use a J 9617 and a hammer in order to install the new input shaft seal into the fluid pump body (2).
- Apply J 36850
to the new input shaft seal lip.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Connect the stator shaft (1) onto the fluid pump body, securing with 11 bolts.
Tighten
- Tighten the stator shaft-to-fluid pump body bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Apply J 36850 to the fluid pump thrust washer in order to hold it on the rear of the stator shaft cover.
- Install the fluid pump thrust washer onto the rear of the stator shaft cover.
- Install two new seal rings onto the fluid pump stator shaft.
- Install the new fluid pump seal onto the fluid pump body.
- Inspect the fluid pump drive gear for smooth rotation by carefully inserting two small drift punches into the fluid pump body and turning the fluid pump drive gear.
If the fluid pump drive gear does not rotate smoothly, refer to Removal Procedure .
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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.