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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Bravada, Envoy, Rainier & Trailblazer -> Air Conditioning System Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

If an air conditioning system fault is suspected, inspect the following conditions:

  • Outer surfaces of radiator and condenser cores to ensure air flow is not blocked by dirt, leaves or other foreign material.
  • Restrictions or kinks in condenser core, hoses or tubes.
  • Blower motor operation.
  • Refrig...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Tracker Master Cylinder -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to. Figs. and , noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines Except Equinox, Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Terraza, Uplander & Vue (2004-06) & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer -> Returnless Fuel System
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

Returnless Fuel System

On models equipped with fuel injected engines, relieve fuel system pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."

On models equipped with metal collar quick disconnect connectors, GM tool No. J37088-A, or equivalent, will be required to disconnect the connector. Pri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark the front U-joint to the pinion yoke on the front differential.
  • Mark the relationship of the rear U-joint to the transfer case drive flange.
  • Remove the retaining nuts and bolts from the drive flange.
  • Remove the clamps and retaining bolts from the front drive axle pinion flange.
  • Remove the front propeller shaft from the vehicle.
  • Using tape and or a rubber band, wrap the front U-joint bearing caps to ensure the caps do not separate from the U-joint.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque front propeller shaft to the pinion flang...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air inlet duct.
  • Remove heater hose brace bolt from rear of alternator.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Remove accessory drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bol...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Indicator Lamp -> Electronic Engine Controls Or Electronic Fuel Injection Except Tracker
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

The Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a problem and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM/PCM memory can be cleared of codes either by using a scan tool (OBD II systems) or by disconnecting the battery ground ca...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Drain coolant from radiator into a suitable container, then disconnect upper coolant reservoir hose.
  • Remove upper fan shroud bolts, then the shroud.
  • Disconnect and plug transmission fluid cooler lines...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Diagram for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada  4.2 L6 GASInflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Diagram for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Lower Console
  • Courtesy Lamp and Headlamp Switch Connectors Diagram for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada  4.2 L6 GASCourtesy Lamp and Headlamp Switch Connectors Diagram for 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Courtesy Lamp Switch
  • Headlamp Switch Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Oldsmobile Bravada  4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cargo Lamp
  • Vanity Mirror Lamp -Right Front
  • Courtesy /Reading Lamp -Right Rear
  • Courtesy/Reading Lamp -Right Front
  • Courtesy/Reading Lamp -Left Front
  • 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada  4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat belt Indicator
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Seat Belt Switch -Driver
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Engine Rattle Noise after R And R of the Crankshaft Balancer -Inspect Bolt Torque
    Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 4.2 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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