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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Recliner Bolts
    GM987213Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install both recliners to the seat adjuster. Secure the recliners with the recliner bolts.

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

    2. Fig 2: Installing Bolt To Seat Belt Buckle
    GM981202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Position the seat belt buckle and install the bolt to the seat belt buckle.

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

    3. Fig 3: Shoulder Belt Quick Disconnect Bolt
    GM987242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the shoulder belt quick disconnect bolt.

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

    4. Fig 4: Connecting Outboard End Of Fold-Flat Cable
    GM987228Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the outboard end of the fold-flat cable.
    5. Fig 5: Seat Recliner Cable
    GM987135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Snap the recliner cable into the inner recliner mechanism clip.
  6. Remove the slack in the recliner cable by turning the threaded end of the cable.
    7. Fig 6: Seat Cushion Frame Assembly
    GM981684Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the seat cushion frame assembly.
  8. Install the seat cushion frame bolts.

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

  9. Install the seat adjuster handle.
  10. Install the recliner cable in the tab on the bottom of the seat cushion frame.
  11. Install the seat back assembly between the seat recliners. Secure the assembly with the recliner bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

  12. On vehicles with heated seats, route the heated seat wiring harness under the seat cushion and connect the connector to the seat heater module.
  13. Position the inner trim panels to the inboard and the outboard seat cushions. Secure the panels with the trim panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    14. Fig 7: Installing Outer Trim Panel & Securing Trim Panel Screws
    GM981042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Position the outer trim panel to the seat cushion. Secure with the trim panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    15. Fig 8: Inboard Recliner Trim Panel
    GM981057Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the inboard recliner trim panel. Secure with the trim panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    16. Fig 9: View Of Front Seat Back Recliner Trim Panel
    GM981031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the outer recliner trim panel. Secure with the trim panel screws.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

  17. Install the front seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
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