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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 591 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR AXLE UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the upper control arm (3) to the vehicle. See Figure.
    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 the upper control arm mounting bolts (1) and (2) to the frame. Tighten the upper control arm mounting bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  3. Install the suspension knuckle upper ball joint stud into the upper control arm. See Fig 1. It may be necessary to use an Allen wrench to keep the ball joint stud from spinning while tightening the ball joint stud nut.
  4. Install the upper ball joint stud nut.
    1. Tighten the suspension knuckle ball joint stud nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) to seat the ball joint stud.
    2. Turn the ball joint stud nut an additional 250 degrees.
    3. Check the ball joint nut for a minimum final torque of 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  5. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector. See Figure.
  6. Install the shock absorber solenoid electrical connector, if equipped. See Figure.
  7. Connect the ESC position sensor link, if equipped. See Figure.
  8. Remove the jack stand from the lower control arm.
  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS article.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Perform a rear wheel alignment. For 2003, refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in SPECIFICATIONS article. For 2004, refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in SPECIFICATIONS article.
Fig 1: Installing Suspension Knuckle Upper Ball Joint Stud
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