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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.
- Install the power steering gear (1) into the vehicle through the left wheelhouse opening.
- Install the power steering gear mounting bolts (3) and nuts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
- Install the lower shock mounting bolts. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (w/o F55) or Shock Absorber Replacement (W/F55) in Front Suspension.
- Raise the crossmember by the utility stand and remove J 33432-A .
- Install all of the crossmember mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts, using hand tools only, to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
- Install the brake pipe bracket for the left front brake caliper to the crossmember.
- Install the plastic brake pipe hold-down for the right front brake pipe.
- Install the brake BPMV bracket. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) Bracket Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
- Install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the fittings to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the power steering return hose to the power steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the fittings to 27 N.m (29 lb ft).
- Install the power steering hold-downs to the crossmember.
- Install the stabilizer shaft to the crossmember. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension.
- Connect the intermediate shaft to the power steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Connect the height sensor arm to the control arm.
- Connect the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
- Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System .
- Adjust the front wheel toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
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.