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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Seat Riser Bar
    GM986818Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the seat riser bar.
    2. Fig 2: Seat Cushion Frame Assembly
    GM981684Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Position the seat cushion frame assembly between the adjusters.
    3. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the seat cushion frame bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

  4. Position the seat back frame assembly between the adjusters. Ensure that the locating triangles in the frame are properly seated in the mating holes in the adjusters.
    5. Fig 3: Outboard Teardrop Washer & Bolt
    GM987624Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. If equipped, install the outboard teardrop washer and bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  6. Install the outboard seat back frame nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  7. Install the inboard seat back frame nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  8. If you loosened the rear bolts on the seat cushion frame during removal, tighten them now.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

    9. Fig 4: Recliner Handle
    GM875183Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: The seat back frame springs are under tension. To avoid personal injury, use care when removing or installing the frame.
  9. Install the seat recliner handle and spring. Install the recliner handle bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    10. Fig 5: Adjusting Seat Back
    GM876774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Adjust the seat back until the hook ends of the springs are adjacent to the adjuster pins.
    11. Fig 6: Sliding Front Seat Springs Into Notches
    GM873771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Using a pair of channel lock® pliers, slide the springs from the notches in the frame to the pin.
  12. Adjust the seat back to ensure proper movement.
  13. If the seat is equipped with a lumbar support, perform the following procedure:
    1. Pull the lumbar cable sleeve forward.
    2. Insert the barrel cable end to the lumbar actuator.
    3. Adjust the lumbar knob to ensure that the lumbar is operating correctly.
    14. Fig 7: View Of Lower J-Hook Retainer
    GM981476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Lower the seat back trim cover.
  15. Connect the lower J-hook retainer to the trim cover.
  16. On heated seats, connect the electrical connector to the seat heater.
  17. Install the seat cushion outer trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat (4-Way)  or Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat (2-Way) .
    18. Fig 8: Installing Bolt To Seat Belt Buckle
    GM981202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the seat belt buckle. Secure the buckle with the seat belt bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

    19. Fig 9: Connecting Heat Module Electrical Connector
    GM981887Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Connect the seat belt warning wire to the seat adjuster.
  20. Install the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
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