Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION: Replace the passenger presence system as a complete assembly to prevent possible injury to the occupant. The bladder, the pressure sensor, the seat cushion, and the control module are assembled and calibrated as a unit. Using only some of the components in the service kit will cause the passenger presence system to operate improperly.
  1. Remove the seat cushion trim cover and pad. Refer to Seat Cushion Trim Cover and Pad Replacement in Seats.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  3. Remove the bolts that retain the electronic control unit (ECU) (1) from the bottom of the passenger seat cushion frame.
    Fig 1: View Of Electronic Control Unit & Pressure Switch
    GM811855Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the pressure switch (2) from the bottom of the passenger seat cushion frame.
  5. Fig 2: Seat Cushion Frame Bladder Retainers
    GM811858Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the push in retainer's (1) that hold the bladder to the seat cushion frame.
  7. Remove the inflatable restraint passenger presence system from the seat.
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