Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the transmission support to the frame. (15 series)
    Fig 1: Installing Transmission Support To Frame
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  2. Install the transmission support to the frame. (25/35 series)
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES .
  3. Install the bolts and the nuts in order to retain the transmission support to the frame.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Bolts And Nuts To Retain Transmission Support To Frame
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  4. Lower the rear of the transmission.
  5. Install the transmission mount to the transmission support.
  6. Install the nuts in order to retain the transmission mount to the transmission support.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  7. Remove the transmission jack.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Installing Transmission Mount To Transmission Support
    G03384570Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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