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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.
Test Description
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Test Description
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The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedures.
- 1
The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls prompts you to complete some basic checks and store the Freeze Frame/Failure Records on the scan tool. - 2
Listen for a click when the relay operates. Command both the on and off states. Repeat the commands as necessary. - 3
This step tests for voltage at the feed. - 4
This step verifies that the control module is providing a ground. - 5
This step tests if ground is constantly being applied. - 12
The control module utilizes Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the control module is replaced, the new control module must be programmed.
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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.