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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 217 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Removal 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.

CAUTION: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

Disable the SIR system, if equipped with Side Impact Air Bag (SIAB). Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 7 or SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 in SIR.
Remove the seat cushion from the seat back. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Front .
Remove the seat adjusters from the seat frame. Refer to Seat Adjuster Replacement - Front (Driver) or Seat Adjuster Replacement - Front (Passenger) .
On the driver side, remove the seat belt buckle bolt.
Remove the seat belt buckle (6) from the cushion frame (1).
Unfasten the J-hook retainers (3) from the seat cushion frame (1).
Remove the seat cushion cover (2) from the seat cushion frame (1).

Fig 1: Removing Seat Belt Buckle Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.