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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the rear seat back to the vehicle.
  2. Reposition the seat belts to the rear seat back.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Apply a thread sealant, GM P/N 12345382, (Canadian P/N 10953489), Loctite 242, Permatex 24200 to the threads of the bolts (2) and also the stud for the bracket nut (1).
  5. Install the child seat latch bracket nut (1).

    Install the child seat latch bracket bolts (2) to each end of the latch bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the latch bracket nut and bolts to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).

  6. Fig 1: Nut, Bolts & Rear Seat Latch Bracket
    GM782310Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the rear center seat belts. Refer to Seat Belt Replacement - Center Rear in Seat Belts.
  8. Fold the rear seat back cushions down.
  9. Install the rear seat latches to the rear seat back.
  10. Install the rear seat back anchor bolts to the rear seat latches.

    Tighten:  Tighten the rear seat back latch bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  11. Fig 2: Anchor Bolts, Rear Seat Latches & Rear Seat Back
    GM508362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Fold the rear seat back cushions up.
  13. Inspect the rear seat for proper operation.
  14. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear .