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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 354 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION FRAME 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 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 cushion cover (2) to the seat cushion frame (1).
Fasten the J-hook retainers (3) to the seat cushion frame (1).
On the driver side install the seat belt buckle (6) to the cushion frame (1).
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the seat belt buckle bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the seat adjusters to the seat frame. Refer to SEAT ADJUSTER REPLACEMENT - FRONT (DRIVER) or SEAT ADJUSTER REPLACEMENT - FRONT (PASSENGER) .
Install the seat cushion to the seat back. Refer to SEAT CUSHION REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
Enable the SIR system, if equipped with SIAB. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM or DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.

Fig 1: Installing Seat Belt Buckle To Cushion 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.