FixVault

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Identifying Seat Frame Bracket Retainers
    GM2042159Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The seat frame bracket retainers (5) are single use items and must be discarded after removal.
    IMPORTANT: The retention tabs (1) must audibly engage to provide secure location of the passenger presence control module (2) into the seat frame bracket (3).
  1. Install the seat frame bracket (3) onto the seat frame (4) using NEW seat frame bracket retainers (5).
  2. Install the passenger presence control module (2) into the seat frame bracket (3), engaging the retention tabs (1).
  3. Fig 2: Identifying Passenger Presence Electrical Connector
    GM2042158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
  4. Connect the passenger presence electrical connector (1).
  5. Install the seat cushion cover. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement .
  6. Install the seat adjuster. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Replacement .
  7. Install seat back assembly. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  8. Install the seat outer trim cover. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
  9. Install the front seat belt tensioner. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  10. Install the front seat back adjuster. Refer to Front Seat Recliner Knob Replacement .
  11. Install the front seat heater module. Refer to Front Seat Heater Control Module Replacement .
  12. Install the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  14. Re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer to Passenger Presence System Programming and Setup .