Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
- Remove the outer trim panel from the seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (2-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (4-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (6-Way) .
- Remove the armrest from the seat. Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat heat module.
- Disconnect the lower J-hook retainer from the seat back trim cover.
- Carefully lift the trim cover, disengaging the hook and loop retainers until the heater element is exposed.
- Gently pull on the heater element in order to remove the element from the seat foam. Be careful not to damage the foam pad.