Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SIDE FRONT DOOR   . 
  2. Remove the speaker. Refer to SPEAKER REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOOR  . 
  3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to WATER DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOOR   . 
  4. Remove the window. Refer to WINDOW REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOOR   . 
  5. Remove the 2 bolts that retain the weatherstrip/run channel to the door.
  6. Pull the weatherstrip/run channel away from the window frame opening.
  7. Carefully twist and pull up on the weatherstrip/run channel, in order remove the weatherstrip/run channel from the top of the door frame.
  8. Remove the weatherstrip/run channel from the door.
  9. Fig 1: Removing Weatherstrip/Run Channel From Front Door
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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.