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Rear Seat Back Bolster Replacement (AYF)

GM2873702
Callout Component Name
WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING:

Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an internal mounted seat side airbag module. Replace the complete seat back trim cover from the OEM. Non-OEM seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which could result in personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
1 Rear Seat Back Cushion Bolster

Procedure

  1. Pull the upper seat back cushion bolster forward. A high amount of force will be required.
    NOTE:

    Fold rear seat back cushion down to gain better access to the back of bolster. Use a flat bladed screw driver to aid in releasing the retainer from the bolster's retaining bar.

  2. Pull the seat back cushion bolster up.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  4. Remove rear seat back cushion bolster.
  5. After completing the proper repair procedure, enable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling