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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1999 🢒 Regal 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Front Seat Replacement - Bucket

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the seat headrest for clearance. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
  2. Remove the adjuster track covers. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  3. Operate the seat in the full forward to the mid-position and the full-up position.

    4. Object Number: 310414 Size: SH
  4. Remove the front seat retractor side belt anchor nut.
  5. Remove the front seat retractor side belt from the front seat.
  6. Remove the two seat adjuster to floor pan bolts at rear of seat.
  7. Disconnect the power seat electrical connector, if equipped.
  8. For the driver side only, disconnect the seat belt reminder electrical connector.
  9. Disengage the front two seat adjuster hooks holding the seat to the floor pan.
  10. Remove the front seat from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 310414 Size: SH
  1. Install the front seat in the vehicle.
  2. Engage the front two seat adjuster hooks.
  3. For the driver side only, connect the seat belt reminder electrical connector.
  4. Connect the power seat electrical connector, if equipped.
  5. Operate the seat in the full forward to the mid-position and the full-up position.
  6. Install the front seat retractor side belt to the front seat.

    7. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  7. Install the front seat retractor side belt anchor nut.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat retractor side belt anchor nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  8. Install the seat adjuster to floor pan bolts.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the adjuster to floor pan bolts to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  9. Install the adjuster track covers. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  10. Install the seat headrest . Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
  11. For seats equipped with six-way power adjusters, cycle the seat. Verify that the left and right adjusters operate correctly and are synchronized.