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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 656 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.5L (UNIT REPAIR))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FLYWHEEL INSTALLATIONTOOLS REQUIRED
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Tools Required

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Tools Required
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  • J 36660-A  Torque Angle Meter
  • J 43442  Flywheel Holder

Important:  Engine flywheel installation requires adequate space for installation. If the engine stand does not allow suitable space to use the J 36660-A  install the engine flywheel with the engine properly supported on the floor or on a bench.

  1. Place the engine flywheel in position on the crankshaft.
  2. Install two bolts in location at the top and bottom of the engine flywheel bolt pattern allowing the engine flywheel to hang in position.
    Fig 1: Installing Engine Flywheel
    G01815536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the J 43442. 
    CAUTION: Refer to in FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the remaining engine flywheel bolts.

    Tighten 

    1. 4.1. Tighten the engine flywheel bolts to 15 N.m (11 ft lbs).
    2. 4.2. Tighten the engine flywheel bolts an additional 50 degrees using the J 36660-A. 
  5. Remove the J 43442. 
    Fig 2: Removing J 43442
    G01815537Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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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.