Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the upper control arm to the knuckle.
- Loosely install the upper control arm to knuckle nut and bolt.
- Install the upper control to support bolt and cam nut.
- Tighten the upper control arm to knuckle nut and bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
- Tighten the upper control arm to support bolt to 164 N.m (121 lb ft).
- Install the rear brake hose routing nut and bolt and tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Connect the ABS brake wiring harness to the upper control arm.
- Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the rear alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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RENDER: 1.0x
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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.