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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 527 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK RELEASE CABLE 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

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

Insert the release cables through the opening in the upper seat back frame.
Snap the release lever mechanism to the seat back frame.
Route the cables.

Fig 1: Inserting Release Cables Through Opening In Upper Seat Back Frame
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the release cables to the right and left hinges inserting the locking pins in the notches.
Apply Loctite™ 271 to the hinge bolts.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the nuts to the right and left hinge bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the hinge bolt nuts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the seat back free play retention cable (passenger seat only).

Fig 2: Installing Release Cables To Right & Left Hinges
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the seat back trim cover. Refer to SEAT BACK COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT - FRONT (RPO AR9 BASE SEAT) .
Install the release lever bezel.

Fig 3: Seat Back Trim Cover
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.