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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1444 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSASSIST HANDLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the bezels to the headliner.
Rotate the bezels in order to seat the bezel retaining tabs above the headliner.
Install the front and rear roof panel tabs into the bezels.

Fig 1: Installing Assist Handle From Roof Panel
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Ensure the top of the roof panel tab (2) is positioned over the plastic retaining tab (1).
Using a flat bladed tool, carefully push up on the bottom of the front roof panel tab (1) until fully seated.

Fig 2: Illustrating Top Of Roof Panel Tab Positioned Over Plastic Retaining Tab
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Using a flat bladed tool, carefully push on the bottom of the rear roof panel tab until fully seated.
Close the bezel covers.
Pull downward on the assist handle to ensure the handle is fully secured to the roof panel.

Fig 3: Seating Rear Roof Panel Tab With Flat Bladed Tool
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.