Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Split Bench .
- Remove the front seat riser trim cover. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat .
- Remove the front seat armrest from the front seat. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Front Seat .
- Remove the front center seat belt buckle from the front seat. Refer to SEAT BELT BUCKLE REPLACEMENT - CENTER FRONT .
- Disconnect the J-hook retainers at each end of the front seat cushion and pull the front seat cushion cover open to expose the seat frame hinge.
- Disconnect the J-hook retainers at the rear of the front seat cushion and pull open the front seat cushion cover to expose the seat frame hinge.
- Remove the front seat back recliner roll pins from the seat back hinge.
- Remove the front seat back bolts from the seat back hinge.
- Lift up the front seat back and set it down on the front seat cushion.
- Pull out the heated seat cable and the side air bag wire harness from the front seat cushion/frame area.
- Disconnect the electrical connector for the heated seat, if equipped.
- Remove the front seat back.