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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 595 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT DISASSEMBLE/ASSEMBLE REPAIRINSTALLATION
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Strut Disassemble/Assemble Repair: Installation
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation
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- Install the following components to the strut:
- The lower insulator (9)
- The spring bumper (7)
- The coil spring (10)
- The upper insulator (6)
- The spring seat (5)
- The dust seal (4)
- The strut support (3)
- Mount the strut assembly into the J 34013-B using the J 34013-88. Compress the coil spring (10). See Figure.
- Install the strut rod piston nut and hold the strut rod, at the top, from turning. Tighten the strut rod piston nut (2) to 70 N.m (52 lb ft). See Figure.
- Pack the strut support with the wheel bearing lubricant GM P/N 1051344, or equivalent. Install the dust cap (1). See Figure. Release the compressed coil spring (10).
- Remove the strut from the J 34013-B Install the strut assembly. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
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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.