Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Seat Back Frame
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  1. Install the rear seat back pad to the rear seat back frame. Refer to Seat Back Pad Replacement - Rear (Bucket)Β  or Seat Back Pad Replacement - Rear (Split Bench)Β .
  2. Install the rear seat back cushion cover. Refer to Seat Back Cover Replacement - Rear (Bucket)Β  or Seat Back Cover Replacement - Rear (Split Bench)Β .
  3. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Split Bench)Β  or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Bucket)Β .
  4. Install the rear seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Rear BucketΒ .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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