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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.
Parking System Components
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Parking System Components
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- Using side cutting pliers, remove manual shift shaft pin. DO NOT cut through pin. Protect case with piece of wood or rubber under pliers when removing pin. See Fig 1. Remove manual valve link and spring from manual shift detent lever. Remove manual shift detent lever nut from manual shift shaft. Remove manual shift detent lever and remove parking pawl actuator. See Fig 2.
- Position transaxle with reverse band servo bore facing up. Pull manual shift shaft out of case. Using small screwdriver, pry manual shift shaft seal from case. Remove parking pawl actuator guide pin. Remove parking pawl actuator guide from case. Remove actuator guide seal from guide. See Fig 3.
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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.