Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal 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.
CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR. Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM in SIR.
  2. Remove the front bucket seats. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKET in Seats.
  3. Remove the front door sill plates. Refer to DOOR SILL PLATE REPLACEMENT-Front .
  4. Remove the center pillar trim panels. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT-Center Pillar .
  5. Remove the floor console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  6. Remove the floor console bracket. Refer to BRACKET REPLACEMENT-CONSOLE FLOOR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  7. Remove the carpet from the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Identifying Front Carpet
    G01718936Courtesy 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.