Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the seat back cover and pad on the seat back frame.
- Install the head restraint guides by pushing them through the cover into the frame until the locking tabs snap into place. The guide with the locking tab (1) installs on the right hand side of the seat.
- Install the three hog rings (1) securing the cover to the pad.
- Pull the cover down over the pad ensuring that the hook and loop fasteners (2, 3) are pressed together.
- Pull the seat cover back through the opening between the seat cushion and the seat back.
- Install the cover side flaps to the frame with the two push pins (2) from each side of the seat back.
- Install the J-strips (3) on the bottom of the seat back cover (1).NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the rear seat belt (1) to the seat with the rear seat belt anchor nut (2).
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat belt anchor nut to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
- Install the inboard rear seat back hinge cover with three screws.
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat back hinge cover screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Install the seat belt bezel to the rear seat back with the plastic retainers (2).
- Install the head restraint assembly. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT .