Safety Warning
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.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation 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.
- Install the passenger side air bag (2) to the seat while guiding the air bag wiring harness (3) through the trim cup.
- Install the air bag fasteners (1).
Tighten: Tighten the fasteners (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Gently pull the air bag wiring harness (3) down into the seat cushion while guiding the harness through the wire triangle of the seat frame.
- Install the harness retaining clips to the seat frame.
- Install the seat back cover. Refer to Seat Back Cover Replacement - Front in Seats.
- Connect together the J-clip that is along the lower rear seat back.
- Install the passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Bucket in Seats.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
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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.