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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position the front seat back on the front seat cushion.
    2. Fig 1: Installing Front Seat Back (Split Bench)
    GM523815Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Route the lumbar cable, heated seat cable and the side air bag wire harness to the front seat cushion/frame area.
    3. Fig 2: Routing Lumbar Cable, Heated Seat Cable, & Side Air Bag Wire Harness (Split Bench)
    GM523813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the electrical connector for the heated seat, if equipped.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the front seat back bolts (1) to the seat back hinge.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: Installing Front Seat Bracket Bolts (Split Bench)
    GM787089Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install new front seat back recliner roll pins to the seat back hinge.
    6. Fig 4: Front Seat Back Recliner Roll Pins & Hinge (Split Bench)
    GM523811Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the J-hook retainers at the rear of the front seat cushion.
    7. Fig 5: Front Seat Cushion (Split Bench)
    GM523832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the J-hook retainers at each end of the front seat cushion.
    8. Fig 6: Connecting J-Hook Retainers (Split Bench)
    GM523789Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the front seat outer trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat .
  9. Install the front seat armrest to the front seat. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Front Seat (Impala) .
  10. Install the front center seat belt buckle to the front seat. Refer to Seat Belt Buckle Replacement - Center Front (Split Bench) in Seat Belts.
  11. Inspect the front seat back for proper operation.
  12. Install the front seat into the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Split Bench .
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