Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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IMPORTANT: When ordering new fuel injectors, you must order the correct injector for the application being serviced.

The fuel injector (1) is stamped with a identification part number (2). A four-digit build date code (3) indicates the month (4), day (5), year (6), and shift (7) that built the injector.

Fig 1: Locating Fuel Injector ID Number
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  1. Lubricate the NEW injector O-ring seals (2, 4) with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the NEW injector O-ring seals onto the fuel injector.
  3. Install a NEW retainer clip (1) onto the fuel injector.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Fuel Injector, Clip & O-Rings
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  5. Push the fuel injector (17) into the fuel rail injector socket with the electrical connector facing outward. The retainer clip (19) locks on to a flange on the fuel rail injector socket.
  6. Fig 3: Exploded View Of Fuel Rails & Injector Components
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  7. Install the fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)  or Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement (5.3L (L59) Engine) .
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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.