Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the Instrument Panel Trim Plate Bezel. Refer to TRIM PLATE BEZEL REPLACEMENT -- IP CLUSTER .
  2. Disconnect the theft deterrent module electrical connector (1).
  3. Release the retainer clip (2) securing the theft deterrent module (3).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Theft Deterrent Control Module
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  4. Slide the theft deterrent module upward out of the Instrument panel retainer.
    Fig 2: Removing Theft Deterrent Control Module
    G01801349Courtesy 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.