Installation Procedure

2006 Buick Terraza CXL, 3.5 L, AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Adjuster Cover Plates
    GM864992Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Place the adjuster covers on the seat adjuster.
  2. Fig 2: Front Seat Back Frame Bolts
    GM865006Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Place the seat back frame on the adjuster covers.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the bolts that secure the seat back to the adjuster.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Fig 3: Front Seat Pan Bolts
    GM865020Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the seat pan.
  8. Install the bolts that secure the seat pan to the adjuster.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

  9. Fig 4: Rear Cushion Cover (Front Seat)
    GM865021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the seat pad and trim cover together.
  11. Install the seat cushion J-hooks and the hook and loop retainers to secure the trim to the seat pan.
  12. Press down on the cushion trim pad to secure the hook and loop retainers to the seat pad.
  13. Fig 5: Adjuster Bracket Electrical Harness Clip & Harness Retainer
    GM800745Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the electrical harness clip and the retainer on the adjuster bracket.
  15. Fig 6: Power Seat Motor Electrical Harness
    GM800742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the electrical harness to the seat motor harness.
  17. Install the seat belt pretensioner. Refer to Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner Replacement in SIR.
  18. Install the seat belt bracket.
  19. Install the seat trim panel. Refer to Seat Adjuster Track Cover Replacement - FrontΒ .
  20. IMPORTANT: Inspect the drive cables. Verify that the cables are straight between the motors and the drive screws.
  21. Install the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front BucketΒ .
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