Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Hog Rings
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  1. Install the seat cushion cover onto the front seat cushion.
  2. Install the hog rings from the front seat cushion cover.
  3. Fig 2: View Of Heated Seat Electrical Connector
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  4. Install the J-hook retainer on the front of the front seat cushion cover.
  5. Fig 3: Identifying J-Hook Retainer
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  6. Install the J-hook retainers on the sides of the front seat cushion cover.
  7. Fig 4: View Of Rear J-Hook Retainer
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  8. Install the J-hook retainer on the rear of the front seat cushion cover.
  9. Fig 5: Locating Seat Cushion Hook & Loop Retainers
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  10. Install the hook and the loop retainers securing the seat cushion cover to the cushion, by pressing in place until fully seated.
  11. Install the front seat adjuster. Refer to Seat Adjuster Replacement - FrontΒ .
  12. Connect the electrical connector for the heated seat, if equipped.
  13. Install the front seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - FrontΒ .
  14. Install the front bucket seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - BucketΒ .
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