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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1551 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT: Place the insulators on the stabilizer shaft with the slits facing toward the front of the vehicle.
  1. Install the insulators (1) to the stabilizer shaft (4).
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft (4).
  3. Install the brackets (2) over the insulators and the stabilizer shaft.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install insulator bracket bolts (3).

    Tighten 

    1. 4.1. Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft), 15 series.
    2. 4.2. Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft), 25/35 series.
  5. Install the stabilizer links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    6. Fig 1: Stabilizer Shaft, Bracket, Insulators & Bracket Bolts
    G01480058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the oil pan skid plate, if equipped.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the oil pan skid plate retaining bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  .
  8. Remove the safety stands
  9. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Install Oil Pan Skid Plate (If Equipped)
    G01480059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • 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.