Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the fuel tank shield. Refer to FUEL TANK SHIELD REPLACEMENT (TRAILBLAZER, ENVOY)  or FUEL TANK SHIELD REPLACEMENT (TRAILBLAZER EXT, ENVOY XL)  .
  3. Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister from its mounting bracket. Do not disconnect the canister lines. Refer to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Replacement (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) or Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Replacement (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL)  in Engine Controls.
  4. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.
  5. Remove the transmission mount to the transmission support retaining nuts.
    Fig 1: Removing Transmission Mount To Transmission Support Retaining Nuts
    G03571219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the lower transmission support to the frame mounting bolts.
  7. Fig 2: Removing Lower Transmission Support To Frame Mounting Bolts
    G03571220Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the upper transmission support to the frame mounting bolts.
  9. Remove the transmission support from the frame.
    Fig 3: Removing Transmission Support From Frame
    G03571221Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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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.