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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1644 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHOOD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the hood to the vehicle with an assistant.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Partially install the 4 bolts (2) that retain the hood to the hinges (3).
Position the hood to the hinges at the previously marked locations with an assistant.
Tighten: Tighten the hood retaining bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Hood Hinges & Retaining Bolts
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Install the hood insulation to the hood.
Install the push-pin retainers (2).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Hood Push-Pin Retainers

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Install the underhood lamp wiring harness to the hood and hinge as previously routed.
Install the underhood lamp to the hood by seating the retaining tabs.
Connect the electrical connector (1) to the underhood lamp.

Fig 3: Disconnecting/Connecting Underhood Lamp Electrical Connector
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Install the ground terminal retaining bolt (1) to the hood.
Tighten: Tighten the hood ground terminal bolt to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Ground Terminal Retaining Bolt
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Install the front hood molding. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT - HOOD FRONT in Exterior Trim.

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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.