Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Splash Shield (15 Series)
    GM371033Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the splash shield.
  2. Install the splash shield retaining bolts, same as wheel hub and bearing.
  3. Install the front hub and bearing assembly. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD) or Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD) in Suspension.
  4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
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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.