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.
2004 Pontiac Aztek Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Installation Procedure
- Install the air cleaner.
- Install the air cleaner bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the air cleaner bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the PCM and the wiring harness to the air cleaner.
- Install the air cleaner side cover and element. Refer to Air Cleaner Element Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner upper cover and the upper cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the air cleaner upper cover bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
- Install the left front sheet metal diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal - Left in Body Front End.
- Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement in Engine Cooling.
- Install the cruise control module. Refer to Cruise Control Module Replacement in Cruise Control.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1)Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LY7) in Engine Electrical.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
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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.