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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1407 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Install the hood hinge to the hood. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts

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With an assistant, install the hood (1) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the pivot bolt (3).
Tighten: Tighten the pivot bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Lower the hood.

Fig 2: View Of Cowl Vent Grille Panel Outboard Section

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Install the outboard section of the cowl vent grille panel.
Raise the hood.

Fig 3: View Of Hood, Hinge & Bolts

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Install the bolt (7) holding the hinge to the link assembly.
Tighten: Tighten the hinge to link assembly bolt (5) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 4: Hood Ground Strap & Nut

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Install the hood ground strap and nut. Clip the hangers and the lamp in place.
Tighten: Tighten the ground strap nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Lower the hood.

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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.