Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Position the front seat cushion frame to the front seat adjusters.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts to the seat frame to the front seat track adjusters.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to the front seat frame to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the front seat recliner assembly to the front seat cushion frame. Refer to SEAT BACK RECLINER REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  4. Install the front seat cushion to the front seat cushion frame. Refer to SEAT CUSHION REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  5. Install the front seat cushion cover to the front seat cushion. Refer to SEAT CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  6. Install the front seat back to the front seat. Refer to SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  7. Install the front seat to the vehicle. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKET  .
    Fig 1: Installing Front Seat Cushion Frame To Front Seat Adjusters
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