Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Installing Element To Seat Back Pad

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Peel off the self-stick paper backing from the heater element.
Position the element on the pad and press firmly to install the element.
Lower the seat back trim cover. Press on the hook and loop retainers to engage the retainers.

Fig 2: Locating Seat Back Cover Hook Retainers

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Connect the lower J-hook retainer on the seat back trim cover.
Install the armrest. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Front Seat .

Fig 3: Installing Screws At Seat Back Panel

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Position the seat back panel. Secure the panel with the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Seat Back Frame Bolts

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Position the seat back assembly between the fold-flat recliners. Secure with the seat back bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
Connect the electrical connectors to the seat heater element.
Install the head restraint. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement - Front Seat .

Fig 5: Inboard Recliner Trim Panel

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Position the inboard recliner trim panel. Secure with the panel screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 6: View Of Front Seat Back Recliner Trim Panel

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Position the outboard recliner trim panel. Secure with the panel screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
Install the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .