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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1265 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEXHAUST PIPE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.

Position the exhaust pipe under the vehicle and support the pipe.
Install the exhaust insulator hangers to the exhaust pipe.
Install the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamps. Do not tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts.

Fig 1: Positioning Exhaust Pipe Under Vehicle
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the exhaust pipe to the mufflers.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the exhaust muffler inlet pipe clamp nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Pipe To Mufflers
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install a new catalytic converter gasket.
Install the catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Remove the support from the exhaust system.
Inspect for exhaust system leaks and underbody contact.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Installing Catalytic Converter Nuts
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.