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Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana Special, 2002 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2002 GMC Savana, and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Door .
- Remove the front door speaker. Refer to SPEAKER REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOOR .
- Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
- Lower the window.
- Remove the inner window sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Front Door Window Belt Inner .
- Remove the outer window sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Outer Belt .
- Remove the front and rear run channel from the door. Refer to Window Run Channel Replacement
- Remove the inside handle from the door. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Inside .
- Remove the lock rods from the front door module (1).
- Remove the electrical harness from the front door module (1).
- Remove the rivets (3), that retain the front door module (1) to the door, with an appropriate drill and drill bit.
- Remove the front door module (1) from the door.
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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.