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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 800 (POWER SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT ADJUSTER MOTOR 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 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the seat adjuster motor assembly to the front seat adjuster.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the nut to the seat adjuster motor bracket.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the drive cables to the seat adjuster motors. Refer to Drive Cable Replacement - Horizontal and Vertical .

Fig 1: Positioning Seat Adjuster Motor Assembly To Front Seat Adjuster
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Connect the electrical wiring harness connectors to the seat adjuster motors.

Fig 2: Seat Adjuster Motors Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
If equipped, install the push-in retainer (2) and tab (1) from the power lumbar harness to the motor bracket.
Install the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .

Fig 3: Push-In Retainer & Tab
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.