Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Pull the bottom of the seat back cover assembly (2) down and over the frame (7).
  2. Fasten the J-hook retainer (1) located on the bottom of the seat back.
  3. If equipped, install the recliner release lever knob (8) to the recliner (11).
    Fig 1: Installing Recliner Release Lever Knob (With AJ7)
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  4. Install the Side Impact Air Bag (SIAB) module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Module Replacement - Front in SIR.
  5. Install the seat back to the seat cushion frame. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - FrontΒ .
  6. Install the head restraint to the seat back. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement - Front SeatΒ .
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer toSIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 7 or SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 in SIR.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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