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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
  2. Remove the outer trim panel from the seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat (4-Way)  or Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat (2-Way) .
  3. Remove the armrest from the seat. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Front Seat .
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat heat module.
  5. Fig 1: Locating Seat Back Cover Hook Retainers
    GM866891Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the lower J-hook retainer from the seat back trim cover.
  7. Carefully lift the trim cover, disengaging the hook and loop retainers until the heater element is exposed.
  8. Fig 2: Removing Element From Seat Back Pad
    GM987728Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Gently pull on the heater element in order to remove the element from the seat foam. Be careful not to damage the foam pad.