Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the bracket to the trailing arm.
- Loosely install the trailing arm bracket nut and bolt.
- Push the trailing arm upward to align the front bracket to body bolt.
- Use a drift to aid in bracket alignment and install the remaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bracket to body bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
- Install the parking brake cable clip to the trailing arm.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten the bracket to trailing arm bushing nut and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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RENDER: 1.0x
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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.