Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front Seat Back Cover & Pad

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the front seats. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement .
1	Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel TIP: Use a J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover to aid in the removal of the 2 lower seat back retainers.
2	Front Seat Head Restraint Push in on the button of the inboard head restraint guide to move the head restraint up. Use a small round tool or equivalent to push into the hole on the inside of the outboard head restraint guide to release, then pull up to remove.
3	Front Seat Head Restraint Guides TIP: Squeeze the bottom of the head restraint guides together and push upward to remove.
4	Inflatable Restraint Front Seat Side Module Assembly Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement .
5	Seat Back Cushion Cover TIP: Disconnect the electrical harness and j-channel from the seat back frame and remove the cover from the seat cushion pad.
6	Seat Back Cushion Pad TIP: The pad is secured to the cover with hook and loop fasteners.