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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Engine Block Disassemble

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Engine Block Disassemble
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  1. Remove the camshaft rear bearing hole plug.
    Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Rear Bearing Hole Plug
    G01811103Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the rear oil gallery plugs (1, 2, 3).
    Fig 2: Removing Rear Oil Gallery Plugs
    G01811104Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the front oil gallery plugs (1, 2).
  4. Remove all of the remaining engine block plugs.
    Fig 3: Removing Front Oil Gallery Plugs
    G01811105Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the knock sensor.
    Fig 4: Removing Knock Sensor
    G01811106Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the engine oil pressure switch.
Fig 5: Removing Engine Oil Pressure Switch
G01811107Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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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.
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