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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Recliner Mechanism To Seat Frame
    GM171527Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure that the recliner mechanism cable retention clips are securely snapped into the actuators.
    2. Fig 2: Center Of Cushion Cover To Draw String Receded
    GM171518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. If the draw string was cut to assist in removing a non-movable seat, perform the following steps:
    1. Remove the hog-rings attaching the seat cushion cover rear flap.
    2. Untie the draw string.
    3. Make a very small cut 100 mm (2 in) on each side of the center of the cushion cover just in front of where the cut draw string receded (2).
    4. Pull the draw string out of the cover far enough to tie the ends together.
    5. Securely tie the draw string ends together using a square knot. The ends of the draw string should extend a minimum of one inch beyond the knot.
    3. Fig 3: Trim Cover To Seat Cushion Foam Pad
    GM172296Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the trim cover over the seat cushion foam.
  4. Install the cover and foam to the seat frame.
  5. Tighten the draw string at the rear of the seat and securely tie.
  6. Install the hog-rings attaching the rear side corners of the seat cushion trim cover.
    7. Fig 4: Front Seat To Draw String & Hog-Ring
    GM172299Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. If step 2 was preformed wrap the front seat material around the draw string and hog-ring the material to the string. Make sure no sharp points of the hog-rings are pointed down.
    8. Fig 5: Rear Flap To Seat Cushion Cover
    GM172298Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the hog-rings attaching the rear center flap.
    9. Fig 6: Side Trim Panel & Switch Harness
    GM71221Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the side trim panel (power seat). Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat .
    10. Fig 7: Recliner Handle To Reclining Mechanism Shaft
    GM376637Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the recliner handle.
    1. Position the handle retaining spring clip into the lock position.
    2. Snap the handle onto the reclining mechanism shaft.
    11. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 8: Seat Mounting Component View
    GM71215Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the seat belt buckle to the seat frame.

    Tighten:  Tighten the seat belt buckle side mounting nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  12. Install the seat. Refer to Seat Replacement (Power)  or Seat Replacement (Manual) .
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