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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1997 🢒 Riviera 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E 🢒 Transmission Brace Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to General Information.

    2. Object Number: 97306 Size: SH
  2. Remove the transmission brace bolts.

    3. Object Number: 97307 Size: SH
  3. Remove the transmission brace.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 97307 Size: SH
  1. Install the transmission brace.

    2. Object Number: 97306 Size: SH
  2. Install the transmission brace bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Lower the vehicle.