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.
Remove the screws from the front bucket seat cushion outer trim panel.
Remove the front seat cushion outer trim panel from the front seat recliner mechanism.
Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel