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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 354 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT (WITH AJ7)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 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the seat back frame (7) to the recliner (11).
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the recliner bolts (9).
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the pivot bolt (13).
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Fasten the wire harness for the inflatable restraint module.
Install the head restraint guides (6) from the seat back frame (7).
Install the seat back cover and pad. Refer to SEAT BACK COVER REPLACEMENT - FRONT (WITH AJ7) or SEAT BACK COVER REPLACEMENT - FRONT (WITHOUT AJ7) .
Install the front bucket seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM , or DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.

Fig 1: Installing Head Restraint Guides From Seat Back Frame
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.