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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the recliner to the seat back frame.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts that retain the recliner to the seat back frame. Install the bolts in the locations noted during removal.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts that retain the recliner to the seat back frame to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  3. Refit the seat back cover and pad over the bolts that retain the recliner to the seat back frame.
  4. Install the armrests, if equipped. Refer to ARMREST REPLACEMENT (YC6)  or ARMREST REPLACEMENT (YC7)  .
  5. Install the bolts that retain the recliner to the seat cushion frame. Install the bolts in the positions from which they were removed, as noted during disassembly.
    Fig 1: Installing Bolts Retaining Recliner To Seat Cushion Frame (YC5, YC6)
    G01567083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts that retain the recliner to the seat cushion frame to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  6. Install the seat cover J-hooks to the seat cushion frame as follows:
    1. 6.1. Install the J-hook that retain the seat cover to the carpet on the back of the recliner side of the seat.
    2. 6.2. Install the J-hook to the seat frame on the recliner side of the seat.
    3. 6.3. Install the J-hook at the rear of the seat.
  7. Install the screw that retains the recliner handle to the recliner.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screw that retains the recliner handle to the recliner to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  8. Install the bucket seat to the riser. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - BUCKET  .