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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1389 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT PIPE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the oxygen sensors. Refer to the following procedures:
- Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 1 (FWD) or Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 1 (AWD) in Engine Contols-1.8L (LV6)
- Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 1 in Engine Contols-1.8L (LV6)
- Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 2 (FWD) or Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 2 (AWD) in Engine Controls-1.8(LNK)
- Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 2 in Engine Controls-1.8(LNK)
- Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the floor panel brace.
- Remove the following components from the exhaust manifold:
- The 2 bolts
- The 2 springs
- Remove the following components from the front pipe to the Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) exhaust pipe:
- The 2 bolts
- The 2 springs
- Remove the front pipe from the front pipe hanger (2).
- Remove the front pipe from the vehicle.
- Clean the gasket and seal the mating surfaces.
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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.