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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 959 (BODY REAR END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEND GATE COVER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Install the inside handle assembly to the endgate cover using 2 rivets.

Fig 1: Installing Inside Handle Assembly To Endgate Cover
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the endgate bellcrank rod to the endgate inside handle assembly.
Secure the endgate latch rods to the latch rod clips.
Install the endgate cover to the endgate.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the screws that retain the endgate cover to the endgate.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (11 lb in).
Install the endgate trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - END GATE .
Install the handle to the inside handle assembly. Refer to HANDLE REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR INSIDE .

Fig 2: Installing Endgate Cover To Endgate
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.