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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1997 (REAR DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR WHEEL DRIVE MODULE CLUTCH HOUSING REPLACEMENT

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Rear Wheel Drive Module Clutch Housing Replacement

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Rear Wheel Drive Module Clutch Housing Replacement

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.

Fig 1: View Of Rear Wheel Drive Module Clutch Housing

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the propeller shaft from the differential clutch drum assembly. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
1	Electrical Clutch Control Connector
2	Retaining Clip (Qty: 2)
3	Differential Clutch Drum Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tip: Relocate the rear portion of the propeller shaft to the side and support it with mechanics wire or equivalent. Tighten: 29 N.m (21 lb ft)
4	Differential Clutch Drum Procedure: Rear differential clutch control module recalibration, refer to Control Module References . Tip: The pinion flange, dust cover and pinion nut are serviced with the differential clutch drum assembly.
5	Differential Clutch Drum Gasket Tip: Apply a small amount of grease to the gasket to hold it in place.

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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.