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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 895 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove wiper module. Refer to WIPER MOTOR MODULE REPLACEMENT .
  2. Remove the upper strut mounting nuts.
    Fig 1: Removing Upper Strut Mounting Nuts
    G01499546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Lift the vehicle using ONLY a frame-contact vehicle lift. Do NOT lift the vehicle using a suspension-contact vehicle lift.

  3. Raise and support the vehicle.
  4. Remove the tire and wheel.
  5. Scribe the strut to the steering knuckle.
    Fig 2: Scribing Strut To Steering Knuckle
    G01499547Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the strut lower mounting bolts and nuts.
  7. Remove the strut.
    Fig 3: Removing Strut Lower Mounting Bolts And Nuts
    G01499548Courtesy of GENERAL 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.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.