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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1614 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL STUD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a replacement stud in the wheel hub.
- Add enough washers (3) in order to draw the stud into the hub (2).
- Install the wheel nut (1) with the flat side against the washers (3).IMPORTANT: Fully seat the wheel stud against the hub flange (2).
- Tighten the wheel nut (1) until the wheel stud is fully seated against the hub flange.
- Back off the wheel nut (1) and remove the washers (3).
- Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
- Install the brake caliper and bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
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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.