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

Install the seat back (1) to the seat cushion (5).
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the seat back pivot bolt (3).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the seat recliner bolts (6).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Seat Back Recliner Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fasten the wire harness for the SIAB to the cushion frame, if equipped.
Fasten the lumbar actuator cable to the cushion frame, if equipped.
Install the lumbar actuator to the cushion frame, if equipped. Refer to Lumbar Replacement - Front Seat (Pontiac) .
Align the lumbar knob to the splines on the actuator, if equipped.
Press onto the actuator until fully engaged.
Install the seat cushion outer trim panel to the recliner.
Install the seat cushion outer trim panel screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).
Install the bucket seat. Refer to Seat Replacement .
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.