Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Align the flat edge of the bushing with the mark on the control arm in order to install the bushing at a 45 degree angle.
    Fig 1: Aligning Flat Edge Of Bushing With Mark On Control Arm
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  2. Use J 28685 and J 9519-E in order to install the control arm bushing.
  3. NOTE: The bushing must extend 9.8 mm (0.39 in) from the control arm.
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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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