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, if equipped with Side Impact Air Bag (SIAB). Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM , or DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
- Remove the front bucket seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the front seat back from the seat cushion. Refer to SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Disconnect the front bucket seat cover J-hook retainers (2) from the front seat cushion frame (3).
- Remove the front seat cover and pad (1) from the seat frame (3).