Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the sunroof console, if equipped. Refer to DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER REPLACEMENT (WITHOUT SUNROOF) or DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER REPLACEMENT (WITH SUNROOF) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the dome lamp. Refer to DOME LAMP REPLACEMENT (PICKUP) or DOME LAMP REPLACEMENT (UTILITY) in Lighting Systems.
  3. Remove the sunroof opening trim, if equipped, by grasping it at the edge and pulling it away from the headliner.
  4. Remove the coat hooks. Refer to COAT HOOK REPLACEMENT (EXTENDED/CREW CAB PICKUP)  or COAT HOOK REPLACEMENT (STANDARD CAB PICKUP)  or COAT HOOK REPLACEMENT (UTILITY) .
    Fig 1: Headliner
    G01478120Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the assist handles. Refer to ASSIST HANDLE REPLACEMENT .
  6. Remove the sunshades and the retainers. Refer to SUNSHADE REPLACEMENT .
  7. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - WINDSHIELD PILLAR .
  8. Remove the body lock pillar trim panels (4-door models only). Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - SIDE DOOR LOCK PILLAR (CF5) .
  9. Remove the upper seat belt anchor bolts (2-door models only).
    Fig 2: Upper Seat Belt Anchor Bolts
    G01478121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the inside air temperature sensor grille.
  11. Remove the body side trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - BODY SIDE (STANDARD CAB PICKUP)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - BODY SIDE (EXTENDED CAB PICKUP)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - BODY SIDE (2-DOOR UTILITY)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - BODY SIDE (4-DOOR UTILITY)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - BODY SIDE (CREW CAB) .
  12. Remove the rear upper garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - REAR UPPER .
  13. Remove the headliner from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Inside Air Temperature Sensor Grille
    G01478122Courtesy 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.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.