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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 679 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK COVER REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the seat back cardboard panel.
Position the seat back cover to the pad.
If heated seats, pull down the trim cover two thirds.
- Pull the wire through the back foam pad.
- Connect the seat heater wire connector.
Pull the seat back cover down, over the pad.

Fig 1: Installing Seat Back Cardboard Panel
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Use firm hand pressure to fasten the hook and loop retainers, securing the cover to the pad.
Install the front seat head restraint retainer. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT RETAINER REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .

Fig 2: Securing Cover to Pad
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the J-hook retainers at the bottom of the seat back cover.
Install the seat back cover end flaps.
Install the manual lumbar handle and trim ring, if equipped.
Install the front seat head restraint. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .

Fig 3: Installing Seat Back Cover & Flaps
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.