Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Non-Folding) or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Folding) .
Use J 38778 to remove each seat back from the center pivot bracket.
Remove the rear fold down seat backs from the seat frame.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Fold Down Seat Backs From Seat Frame
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Remove the seat back strikers. Refer to Seat Back Latch Striker Replacement - Rear Folding .
Remove the J-hook retainers from both seat back bolsters.
Remove the bolster trim covers to expose the foam pads.
Remove the foam pads (1) from the frame (2).

Fig 2: Removing Foam Pads From Frame
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Remove the staples from the trim covering on the seat back frame.

Fig 3: Removing Staples From Trim Covering On Seat Back Frame
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Pull down the hook and loop retainers (2).
Remove the frame trim cover and the bolster covers from the seat frame.

Fig 4: Removing Frame Trim Cover And Bolster Covers From Seat Frame
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