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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1974 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUPPORT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the support assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the support to body bolts and tighten to 170 N.m (125 lb ft).
- Install the adjustable link on the support assembly. Refer to Adjust Link Replacement .
- Connect the upper control arm to the support assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement .
- Install the lower control arm to the support assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
- Install the stabilizer shaft links to the support. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- If equipped with all wheel drive, install the rear drive axle. Refer to Differential Replacement .
- Install the exhaust muffler and resonator assembly. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LAT or LE5) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LZ4) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LY7) or Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LCS) .
- Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the rear alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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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.