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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2006SAVANA 2500 V8-6.0L VIN UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSEAT BACKSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESSEAT BACK COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT - FRONT
2006 GMC Savana 2500 V8-6.0L VIN U
Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front
2006 GMC Savana 2500 V8-6.0L VIN USECTION Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front
SEAT BACK COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT - FRONT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the assist handle if equipped.
2. Release J channel retainers at the bottom edge of the seat back cover (1).
3. Remove the armrest.
4. Release the hook and loop strips that retain the seat back cover (1) to the seat back foam pad (2).
5. Working from side to side, lift the seat back cover (1) from the foam pad (2).
6. Peel the seat back foam pad (2) away from the seat back frame.
7. Remove any residue left from the foam pad or glue from the seat back frame.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Using hot melt glue or equivalent, glue the seat back foam pad onto the seat back frame.
2. Working from side to side, install the seat back cover (1) over the foam pad (2).
3. Install the armrest to the seat back.
4. Engage the hook and loop strips in order to retain the seat back cover (1) to the seat back foam pad (2).
5. Engage the J. channel retainer at the bottom edge of the seat back cover (1).
6. Install the assist handle if equipped.
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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.