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Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- Use care when servicing the fuel system components, especially the fuel injector electrical connectors, the fuel injector tips, and the injector O-rings. Plug the inlet and the outlet ports of the fuel rail in order to prevent contamination.
- Do not use compressed air to clean the fuel rail assembly as this may damage the fuel rail components.
- Do not immerse the fuel rail assembly in a solvent bath in order to prevent damage to the fuel rail assembly.
An eight digit identification number is stamped on the left hand fuel rail (fueling even cylinders 2, 4, 6). Refer to this number if servicing or part replacement is required.
- Relieve fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure .
- Remove the upper intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Upper in Engine Mechanical.
- Disconnect the engine fuel feed pipe at the fuel rail.
- Disconnect the engine fuel return pipe from the fuel pressure regulator.
- Remove and discard the fuel feed pipe and fuel return pipe O-rings.
- Disconnect the fuel injector harness main electrical connector.
- Pull up the lock release of the fuel injector connector (2).
- Depress the lock tab (1) and lift the connector from the injector.
- Repeat the previous two steps in order to disconnect all of the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Remove the fuel injector wiring harness.
- Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the fuel rail bolts.
- Remove the fuel rail with the fuel injectors.
- Remove the injector O-ring seal from the spray tip end of each injector.
- If you are replacing the fuel rail, remove the fuel injectors from the fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Injector Replacement in Engine Controls.
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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.