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Removal Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Remove the tire and the wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the torsion bar from the lower control arm. Refer to TORSION BAR AND SUPPORT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the steering linkage shield. Refer to STEERING LINKAGE SHIELD REPLACEMENT in Steering Linkage.
- Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT (RWD) or STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
- Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts.
- Lower the stabilizer shaft.
- Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
- Compress shock absorber.
- Remove the steering knuckle. Refer to STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD) or STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
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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.