Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front seat from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
- Place the seat on a clean work bench.
- Remove the seat cushion cover and pad. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement .
- Do not remove the original heater element from the seat foam, damage could occur to the inflatable restraint passenger presence system (PPS) or foam pad. If this is the second repair, separate and remove the service heater element from the original element. No more than two heater elements can be stacked on top of the PPS at one time.
- Cut the wiring harness off the old heater element flush to the element.