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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004ALERO GLS, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRACTION CONTROL SWITCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, 4D Sedan

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, 4D SedanSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Traction Control Switch & Front Floor Console Trim Plate

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Install the traction control switch into front floor console trim plate by pressing into place until fully seated and retaining clips are fully engaged.
Connect the traction control switch wiring harness connector to the traction control switch.

Fig 2: View Of Front Floor Console Trim Plate & Screws

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Align the front floor console trim plate to the front floor console and carefully press the retaining clips into the correct mounting holes in the front floor console.
Close the front floor console cupholder.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the two screws that retain the front floor console trim plate to the front floor console.
Tighten: Tighten the two retaining screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Close the front floor center console armrest.
Verify the repair. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - ABS .

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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.