Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Heater Replacement

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Fig 1: View Of Front Seat Cushion Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
1	Front Seat Recliner Lever Tip: Using a flat-bladed tool, push the retainer clip downward and pull outward to release the knob.
2	Front Seat Manual Lumbar Knob Tip: Using a flat-bladed tool, push the retainer clip downward and pull outward to release the knob.
3	Front Seat Adjuster Outer Finish Cover Refer to Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (Power) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (Manual) .
4	Front Seat Adjuster Inner Finish Cover Refer to Front Seat Cushion Inner Trim Panel Replacement .
5	Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Tip: Pull rearward to disengage the cover from the seat riser.
6	Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Procedure Disengage the j-channel retainers from the seat cushion frame. Remove the seat cushion cover and pad from the seat cushion frame as an assembly.
7	Front Seat Cushion Heater Element Disconnect the heater element and peel away from the cushion to remove. If working on the passenger seat, re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer to Control Module References .