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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005MALIBU LSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION INNER PANEL REPLACEMENT - REARREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2005 Chevrolet Malibu LS
Removal Procedure
2005 Chevrolet Malibu LSSECTION Removal Procedure
- Remove the seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Rear (60% Side) or Seat Replacement - Rear (40% Side) .
- Remove the center seat belt buckles. Refer to Seat Belt Buckle Replacement - Center Rear (Sedan) or Seat Belt Buckle Replacement - Center Rear (Extended Sedan) in Seat Belts.
- Remove the inner panel fasteners from the seat cushion.
- Remove the inner panel by pulling straight off.
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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.