Installation 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.

Install the J-hook retainers to the front seat frame, if required.

Fig 1: Identifying J-Hook Retainers
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Align the front seat cushion cover to the front seat cushion.

Fig 2: Aligning Front Seat Cushion Cover To Seat Cushion
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Install the front seat cushion cover onto the front seat cushion.

Fig 3: Installing Front Seat Cushion Cover Onto Seat Cushion
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Install the hog rings to the rear of the front seat cushion cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Front Seat Cushion Cover Hog Rings
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Fasten the J-hook retainers on all sides of the front seat cushion cover.

Fig 5: Identifying Front Seat Cushion Cover J-Hook Retainers
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Fasten the retainers to the front seat frame on the bottom of the front seat cushion.

Fig 6: Identifying Front Seat Cushion-To-Seat Frame Retainers
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Fasten the retainer to the front seat frame at the seat belt.
Fasten the hook and the loop retainers securing the front seat cushion cover to the cushion, by pressing in place until fully seated.

Fig 7: Pressing Seat Cover Cushion Into Place
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Connect the electrical connector for the heated seat, if equipped.

Fig 8: Identifying Heated Seat Electrical Connector
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Install the front seat outer trim bracket.

Fig 9: Identifying Front Seat Outer Trim Bracket

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Install the front seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Front (Split Bench) or Seat Back Replacement - Front (Bucket Seat) .
Install the front seat armrest from the front seat. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Front Seat .
Install the front seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Split Bench .