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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR HANDLING CAUTION .
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the front bucket seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
  3. Remove the seat back trim cover. Refer to Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front .
  4. Remove retainer clip from the recliner motor end of the recliner shaft.
    Fig 1: Recliner Motor
    G01797795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Slide the recliner shaft out of recliner motor sensor (outboard side) far enough to clear sensor.
  6. Disconnect sensor electrical connector from beneath the seat.
  7. Release the recliner sensor from the recliner motor.
    Fig 2: Recliner Sensor
    G01797796Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.