GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the seat. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement .
  2. Remove the seat back frame. Refer to Front Seat Back Frame Replacement .
  3. Remove the seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 1401133  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the recliner motor electrical connectors.
  6. Remove the seat axle retainers (3).
  7. Pull the seat track sides apart in order to separate the seat track sides.
  8. Remove the nuts (1) securing the recliner to the seat track.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1401133  Size: SH
  1. Install the nuts (1) securing the recliner to the seat track.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 65 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Locate the axles and the seat position drive cable (2) in order to connect the seat track sides.
  4. Important: Insure that the seat position motor cable is fully seated into the drive gear.

  5. Install the seat axle retainers (3).
  6. Connect the recliner motor electrical connectors.
  7. Install the seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement .
  8. Install the seat back frame. Refer to Front Seat Back Frame Replacement .
  9. Install the seat. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement .
  10. Calibrate the seat. Refer to Memory Seat Calibration .