Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the seat back to the seat adjuster.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the seat back to the seat back recliner arm with the 2 bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts for the seat back recliner arm to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Seat Back Recliner Arm Retaining Bolts
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Install the seat back pivot bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the seat back pivot bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

Fig 2: Locating Seat Back Pivot Bolt
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Pull the seat back cover down over the seat back pad.

Fig 3: Aligning Seat Cover On Lower Seat Back Pad
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Attach the hook and loop retaining strips by running your hand over the seat cover.
Fasten the J-strips (1,4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Seat Cover, J Strips & Pushpins
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Install the seat cover flaps (2) to the seat frame with pushpins (3).
Install the seat belt anchor.
Tighten: Tighten the seat belt anchor nut to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Seat Belt Anchor Nut
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Install the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
Install the front bucket seat assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .