Rear Heat Duct Removal/Installation

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Rear Heat Duct Removal/Installation
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the following parts:
    1. Front seat. See FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    2. Rear seat. See REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    3. Front scuff plate. See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    4. Console. See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    5. Front side trim. See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    6. Rear scuff plate. See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    7. B-pillar lower trim. See B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    8. Lower anchor of the front seat belt. See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    9. Tire house trim. See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    10. Fuel-filler lid opener lever cover. See FUEL-FILLER LID OPENER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
    11. Floor covering. See INTERIOR TRIM .
  3. Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
    Fig 1: Rear Heat Duct Removing Sequence
    G00975554Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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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.
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  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.