Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm & Frame Bolt
    GM928823Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the lower control to the support and hand tighten the bolt and nut.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Lower Suspension Jounce Bumper Nut
    GM930250Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the spring and jounce bumper to the lower control arm; then hand tighten the jounce bumper nut.
  4. IMPORTANT:
    • Spray silicon lubricant on the insulators to aid in installation.
    • Ensure the spring is properly seated.
  5. Position the spring with the rubber insulators into the vehicle.
  6. Use a screw type jack stand to compress the spring.
  7. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Lower Control Arm On The Suspension Knuckle Bolt & Nut
    GM928825Courtesy 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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