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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Remove engine from engine stand.
  2. Install and align the engine to the transaxle/frame.
  3. Install the engine-to-transaxle bolts (3, 4, 5, 6) and studs (1,2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts (3, 4, 5, 6) and studs (1, 2) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  4. Install engine mount to frame nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten nuts to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

  5. Remove engine hoist from engine.
  6. Install the engine flywheel to torque converter bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten bolts to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Engine To Transaxle/Frame
    G01500604Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install starter.
  8. Position the transaxle table with the powertrain/frame under the vehicle.
  9. Lower the vehicle until the frame contacts the transaxle table.
  10. Install the new frame bolts.
  11. Raise and support the vehicle.
  12. Remove the transaxle table.
    CAUTION: When installing the intermediate shaft make sure that the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt Installation. If the pinch bolt is Inserted into the coupling before shaft Installation, the two mating shafts may disengage. Disengagement of the two mating shafts will cause loss of steering control which could result In personal injury.
  13. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt to steering gear. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 2: Removing Engine Hoist From Engine
    G01500605Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the drive axles to the transaxle. Refer to AXLE SHAFT .
  15. Install the transaxle cooler lines and bracket to the transaxle.
  16. Install A/C compressor and bolts.
  17. Install the lower ball joints to the knuckles. Refer to LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT .
  18. Install the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT .
  19. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arms. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT .
  20. Install the engine splash shields. Refer to SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT -- ENGINE .
  21. Install lower radiator baffle.
  22. Install the front tires and wheels.
  23. Install the three-way catalytic converter.
  24. Install the lower engine wiring harness to engine and transmission.
  25. Install rear prop shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  26. Lower the vehicle.
  27. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION RANGE SELECTOR CABLE REPLACEMENT .
  28. Install the vacuum brake booster hose.
  29. Install the vacuum hoses to the engine. Refer to VACUUM HOSE ROUTING .
  30. Install the upper engine wiring harness to engine and transmission.
  31. Install the fuel lines at quick connects.
  32. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - LEFT  and ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - RIGHT  .
  33. Connect the heater hoses to the engine.
  34. Connect the radiator hoses to the engine.
    CAUTION: In order to avoid possible injury or vehicle damage, always replace the accelerator control cable with a NEW cable whenever you remove the engine from the vehicle.

    In order to avoid cruise control cable damage, position the cable out of the way while you remove or Install the engine. Do not pry or lean against the cruise control cable and do not kink the cable. You must replace a damaged cable. 

  35. Install the NEW accelerator control cable to the engine.
  36. Install the cruise control cable to the engine. Refer to CRUISE CONTROL CABLE REPLACEMENT .
  37. Install the throttle body air inlet duct.
  38. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
  39. Adjust the transaxle fluid level.
  40. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT  .
  41. Connect the negative battery cable.
  42. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR .
  43. Inspect for proper fluid levels and possible fluid leaks.
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  • • 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.