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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Manual Seat Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 63735 Size: SH
  1. Remove the roof lift off panel to provide additional space for seat removal. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Replacement in Roof.
  2. Tilt the steering wheel full up.

    3. Object Number: 71215 Size: SH
  3. Position the seat rearward.
  4. Remove the push pins and covers from the front of the adjuster legs.
  5. Remove the nuts from the front of the adjuster legs.

    6. Object Number: 71222 Size: SH
  6. Position the seat forward and go to step 7. If the seat wont move because the adjuster is inoperative and the rear mounting nuts are not accessible perform the following steps.
    7. 6.1. Remove the recliner handle. Refer to Driver Seat and Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement .
    6.2. Reach under the front of the seat cushion and cut the seat cushion cover draw string at the front center of the seat.
    6.3. Reposition the seat cushion cover and foam to access the 4 seat cushion frame to adjuster attaching bolts.
    6.4. Remove the seat cushion frame to adjuster bolts
    6.5. Remove the seat belt harness rosebud clip (drivers seat).
    6.6. Remove the seat.

    Object Number: 71215 Size: SH
  7. Remove the nuts attaching the rear adjuster legs.
  8. Remove the seat and/or the adjuster(s).
  9. Transfer parts as necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 71222 Size: SH
  1. Install the adjuster(s) if removed. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Mechanism .
  2. Install the seat cushion cover if removed. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement .
  3. Install the buckle side of the seat belt to the adjuster. Refer to Driver Seat Buckle in Restraints.
  4. Align the adjusters with their locking pawls engaged in the same slots side to side.
  5. Install the seat adjuster adjustment bar.
  6. Position the seat forward on the seat adjusters.
  7. Check that the locking pawls are completely engaged in the slots.
  8. Position the seat adjusters on the rear floor studs.
  9. Connect the electrical connector (drivers side).
  10. Install the nut to the rear inboard stud  (net locating stud).
  11. Install the nut to the rear outboard stud.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the adjuster mounting nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

    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.


    Object Number: 71215 Size: SH
  12. Move the seat rearward.
  13. Install the nuts to the front adjuster legs.

    14. Tighten
    Tighten the adjuster mounting nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  14. Snap the covers over the adjuster legs.
  15. Secure the covers with push pins.

    16. Object Number: 63735 Size: SH
  16. Install the roof lift off panel. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Replacement in Roof.