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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 730 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT REPLACEMENT (POWER)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the adjuster(s) to the seat if removed. Refer to SEAT ADJUSTER REPLACEMENT - FRONT  . 
  2. Install the seat cushion cover, if removed, Refer to SEAT CUSHION TRIM COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT .
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the buckle side of the seat belt, if removed.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the seat belt buckle side mounting nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  4. Install the front motor bracket, if removed.
  5. Install the lumbar pump, if removed.
  6. Position the seat forward on the adjuster(s).
  7. Position the seat with the adjuster on the rear studs.
  8. Lift the front of the seat and connect the electrical connector.
  9. Install the nut to the rear inboard stud (net locating stud).
  10. Install the nut to the rear outboard stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the adjuster mounting nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Seat Cushion Cover
    G01451635Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Move the seat rearward.
  12. Install the nuts to the front adjuster legs.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the adjuster mounting nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  13. Install the adjuster leg covers.
  14. Secure the covers with push pins.
    Fig 2: Installing Nuts To Front Adjuster Legs
    G01451636Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the protective cover and/or install the roof lift off panel, or raise the convertible top.
    Fig 3: Roof Lift Off Panel
    G01451637Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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