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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1787 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSUPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Upper Control Arm
    GM731548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the upper control arm.
    2. Fig 2: Accessing Forward Facing Bolt
    GM1412477Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Gently pry out on inner fender to access forward facing bolt.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the upper control arm mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the upper control arm mounting bolts to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).

  4. Install the battery tray, if removed. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement in Engine Electrical.
    5. Fig 3: View Of ABS Harness
    GM731546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the upper control arm.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Upper Control Arm To The Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt And Nut
    GM731542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle
  7. Install the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.
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