Front Oil Seal Replacement: Notes

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Notes
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  1. Remove the plug hole plate. (See PLUG HOLE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the plug hole plate bracket.
  3. Remove the battery cover.
  4. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  5. Disconnect the wiring harness.
  6. Remove the following parts:
    1. Ignition coils. (See IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Cylinder head cover. (See CYLINDER HEAD COVER INSTALLATION NOTE .)
    3. Drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .)
    4. Front wheel and tire (RH). (See GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION SYSTEM) .)
    5. Under cover and splash shield.
    6. Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor. (See CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
    Fig 1: Crankshaft Pulley And Front Oil Seal With Torque Specifications
    G00973767Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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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.