Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 82 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES)FORD MOTOR CO.DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEM (SABLE & TAURUS)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Disabling System (Sable & Taurus)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Disabling System (Sable & Taurus)
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- Record radio preset frequencies for reprogramming (if equipped). Move seats to highest and rearmost position. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for backup power supply to deplete stored energy.
- Remove lower steering column cover. Disconnect 4-pin driver air bag connector at base of steering column. See Fig 1. Connect appropriate air bag simulator (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR .
- Remove passenger air bag. See PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE . Connect appropriate air bag simulator to vehicle harness (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR .
- Disconnect passenger side air bag electrical connector under passenger seat. Connect air bag simulator to vehicle connector (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for driver side air bag module.
- Release the hook and loop strip and pull the seat cushion trim cover away enough to expose the safety belt buckle pretensioner connector. Disconnect driver side safety belt buckle pretensioner connector. Connect appropriate seat belt pretensioner simulator to vehicle harness (in place of pretensioner). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for passenger side safety belt buckle pretensioner. Connect negative battery cable.
WARNING:
On vehicles with side air bags, manufacturer recommends removing front seats (with side air bag modules) before performing electrical diagnosis on air bag system. Seats may be left in vehicle if diagnostics are NOT being performed on side air bag system and air bag simulator is installed in place of side air bag harness.
WARNING:
On vehicles equipped with safety belt buckle pretensioners, manufacturer recommends removing front seats before performing electrical diagnosis on pretensioner system. Seats may be left in vehicle if diagnostics are NOT being performed on pretensioner system and simulator tool is installed in place of pretensioner harness.
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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.