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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the crossmember to the vehicle.
    • Align the crossmember dowel pins to the holes in the frame rails.
    • Align the transaxle mount studs to the crossmember.
    NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  2. Install NEW rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts. Tighten the NEW rear crossmember mounting nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  3. Remove the transmission jack from the transmission pan.
  4. Connect all electrical connectors to the crossmember.
  5. Connect the brake pipes to the retainers in the crossmember.
  6. Install the transaxle mount lower nuts. Refer to Removal (Automatic Transmission) in DRIVE AXLES article.
  7. Install the inner constant velocity (CV) joints to the differential. Refer to AXLE SHAFTS .
  8. Install the rear suspension knuckles to the lower control arms. See Figure. Refer to KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT .
  9. Install the shock absorbers to the lower control arms. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT (W/O F55)  or SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT (W/F55)  .
  10. Install the outer tie rod end studs into the rear suspension knuckles. Refer to TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (OUTER END)  or TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (SUSPENSION LINK)  .
  11. Install the stabilizer shaft to the crossmember. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  12. Remove the jack stands from under the lower control arms.
  13. Install the transverse spring to the crossmember. Refer to REAR TRANSVERSE SPRING REPLACEMENT .
  14. Connect the electrical connectors to the wheel speed sensors. See Figure.
  15. Connect the shock absorber solenoid connectors, if equipped. See Figure.
  16. Connect the ESC position sensor links, if equipped. See Figure.
  17. Set the spring stud height (1) to the measurement taken before removal. See Fig 1.
  18. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS article.
  19. Lower the vehicle.
Fig 1: Measuring Rear Spring Stud Height
G00371750Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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