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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: Seat Cushion Cover, Pad, Frame, & Adjuster Assembly
    GM856834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. When replacing a seat cushion pad (2) on a seat equipped with a power adjuster, remove the perforated section (9) on the front of the cushion pad (2).
  2. Position the foam pad (2) to the seat cushion frame (3).
  3. Position the seat cushion cover (1) to the foam pad (2).
  4. Engage the J channel retainers to secure the seat cushion cover (1) to the seat cushion frame (3).
  5. When replacing a seat cushion cover on a seat equipped with a power seat adjuster proceed with the following steps:
      Fig 2: Power Seat Switch Opening
      GM856954Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    1. Locate the opening (1) for the power seat switch within the bracket, through the cover.
    2. Using a razor blade make a "X" cut (2) within the opening of the switch bracket.
  6. Install the power seat switch. Refer to Seat Switch Replacement - Power .
    7. Fig 3: Seat Back Hinge/Recliner Mechanisms To Seat Cushion Frame Bolts
    GM857523Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Locate the position of the recliner mechanism rod (6) through the cushion cover.
  8. Make a small "X" cut just large enough for the recliner rod (6) to go through.
  9. Slip the cover over the recliner mechanism rod (6).
  10. Install the recliner handle. Refer to Seat Back Recliner Handle Replacement - Front .
  11. Position the seat back to the seat cushion assembly.
    12. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  12. Install the bolts (3, 7).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

    13. Fig 4: Seat Cushion Cover, Pad, Frame, & Adjuster Assembly
    GM856834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Position the seat assembly to the seat adjuster assembly (4).
  14. Install the bolts to secure the seat assembly to the adjuster (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  15. Install the seat into the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement .
    16. CAUTION: To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.
  16. Re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer to Passenger Presence System Programming and Setup .
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