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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Rear Folding Seat Back Latch Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Trim Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 280512 Size: SH
  2. Unsnap the cables from the retaining clips (3).
  3. Remove the striker bolts.

    4. Object Number: 280510 Size: SH
  4. Remove the striker (1) from the rear shelf panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 280510 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the striker (1) to the rear shelf panel.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the striker (1) to the rear shelf panel bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 280512 Size: SH
  2. Connect the cables into the retaining clips (3).
  3. Install the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Trim Panel Replacement .