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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 cover to the pad.
  2. Pull the seat back cover over the pad and align the hook and the loop retainers.
  3. Fig 1: Installing Seat Back Cover
    GM520373Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use firm hand pressure to fasten the hook and the loop retainers, securing the front seat back cover to the pad.
  5. Fig 2: Securing Front Seat Back Cover
    GM520405Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the front seat head restraint retainers. Refer to Head Restraint Retainer Replacement - Front Seat .
  7. If coupe, install the front seat back release knob bezel (1), pressing into place until fully seated.
  8. Fig 3: Front Seat Back Release Knob Bezel
    GM750421Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the seat back cover to the retainer at the side impact airbag, by pressing in and pulling down on the seat back cover.
  10. Fig 4: Installing Seat Back Cover To Side Impact Airbag Retainer
    GM519891Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the seat back heater electrical line through the seat cushion.
  12. Install the front seat back cover end flaps, 3 each side.
  13. Install the rear screw in the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat .
  14. Fasten the J-hook retainer at the bottom of the seat back cover.
  15. Fig 5: Fastening Bottom Seat Back Cover J-Hook Retainers
    GM519889Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the front seat head restraint. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement - Front Seat .
  17. Connect the electrical connector for the heated seat back, if equipped.
  18. Enable the SIR system if the seat is equipped with an air bag. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 7 in SIR.