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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 656 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.5L (UNIT REPAIR))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FRONT COVER INSTALLATION

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Engine Front Cover Installation

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Engine Front Cover Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Place a short bead of RTV sealant, GM P/N United States 12345739, GM P/N Canada 10953541, or equivalent, on the cylinder block in the locations shown (1).

Fig 1: Locating Cylinder Block Sealant Areas
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Align front cover gasket to the front cover bolt holes and insert two bolts to hold the gasket in position.
Install the front cover and gasket on the cylinder block.

Fig 2: Installing Front Cover & Gasket
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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.