Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If necessary, lubricate a NEW CKP spacer O-ring with clean engine oil.
- If necessary, install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor spacer.IMPORTANT: The crankshaft position sensor spacers are machined with different timing positions. However, if the crankshaft position sensor spacer requires replacement, replace with a grade "B" spacer.
- If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Lubricate a NEW CKP sensor O-ring with clean engine oil.
- Install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor (1).
- Install the CKP sensor bolt (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.
- Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
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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.