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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 217 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT ADJUSTER REPLACEMENT - FRONT (PASSENGER)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Verify that the sliding mechanisms for the seat left adjuster (3), and the right adjuster (5), are in the same position when installed.

Install the adjuster (3,5) to the seat bottom frame.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolts (2) to the seat adjuster (3,5).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Seat Adjuster Bolts - Front (Passenger)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Perform the following if equipped:
1. Install seat adjuster lateral wire (3) to the adjusters.
2. Install the seat adjuster tie bar (2) to the adjusters.
3. Install the bolts (1) to the seat adjuster tie bar (2).
  Tighten: Tighten bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  
  Fig 2: Installing Tie Bar Bolts - Front (Passenger)
  Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire to the adjuster lock bar.

Fig 3: Installing Seat Adjuster Locking Wire - Front (Passenger)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Squeeze the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire together.

Fig 4: Securing Seat Adjuster Locking Wire - Front (Passenger)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Slide the retaining spring over the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire.
Install the adjuster return spring (1) to the seat adjuster (3).

Fig 5: Installing Adjuster Return Spring - Front (Passenger)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the front bucket seat. Refer to Seat Replacement .
Install the EZ entry adjuster cable to the seat adjuster. Refer to Seat Replacement - Passenger Front EZ Entry .
Enable the SIR system, if equipped with side impact inflatable restraints. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 7 or SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 in SIR.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.