Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM or DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
- Remove the head restraint from the seat back. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
- Remove the seat back from the seat cushion frame. Refer to SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Remove the Side Impact Air Bag (SIAB) module. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM in SIR.
- Unfasten the J-hook retainer (1) located on the bottom of the seat back.
- Pull the bottom of the seat back cover assembly (2) up and over the frame (7).