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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Coil Spring: Installation
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation
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- Install the coil spring and the upper insulator. See Figure .
- Raise the rear axle.
- Install the lower shock absorber nuts to the rear axle. Tighten the lower shock absorber retaining nut and bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the stabilizer shaft link to the stabilizer shaft and frame.
- Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut. Tighten the stabilizer shaft link retaining nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect the RTD sensor harness connector to the vehicle harness connector (if equipped).
- Remove the rear axle support.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
When tightening the lower link nut, verify that the inner jam nut bottoms out on the ball stud.
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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.