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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1470 (HVAC SYSTEMS - AUTOMATIC)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMODE ACTUATOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect the mode actuator pushrod to the mode door lever.
- Install the air distribution case cover with the mode actuator attached.
- Install the air distribution case cover screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).
- Position the pod of the mode actuator between the steering column bracket and the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Inspect that the actuator pushrod is not binding on the mode door lever.
- Push the actuator toward the HVAC module case to secure the retaining tab.
- Install a new adjustable plastic tie strap (1) to the base of the mode actuator.
- Connect the vacuum harness connectors to the mode actuator.
- Position the ignition switch to the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Install the ignition switch retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).
- Install the hazard warning switch wiring harness to the ignition switch retainer.
- Install the ignition switch bezel to the switch.
- Wrap the ignition switch lock cylinder wire around the base of the ignition switch bezel, as noted during removal.
- Align the bezel slots to the lock cylinder pins, then push to secure.
- Connect the lock cylinder electrical connector.
- Connect the lock cylinder electrical connector to the retaining tab on the side of the ignition switch.
- Install the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Install the inside air temperature sensor aspirator duct.
- Use a twisting motion to secure the duct to the duct muffler.
- Install the duct retaining tab to the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Install the IPC into position.
- Install the IPC to steering column bracket retaining screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).
- Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Recalibrate the actuators. Refer to Re-Calibrating Actuators .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
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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.