Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 frame brace mounting bolts.

Fig 1: View Of Frame Brace
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Remove the frame brace.

Fig 2: Removing Fuel Tank Shield (TrailBlazer, Envoy)

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Remove the fuel tank shield to the frame retaining bolts and nut.
Remove the fuel tank shield from the frame.