GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Move the seat to the full forward position.

  3. Object Number: 291625  Size: SH
  4. Remove the rear seat track bolt trim cover on the inboard seat track.

  5. Object Number: 430372  Size: SH
  6. Remove the rear seat track trim cover (1) from the outboard seat track.

  7. Object Number: 469175  Size: SH
  8. Remove the seat track retainer bolts.
  9. Move the seat to the full rearward position.

  10. Object Number: 470256  Size: SH
  11. Remove the front seat track bolt trim covers.

  12. Object Number: 469181  Size: SH
  13. Remove the front seat track bolts.

  14. Object Number: 470257  Size: SH
  15. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  16. Remove the seat from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the seat into the vehicle.

  2. Object Number: 470257  Size: SH
  3. Connect the electrical connectors.

  4. Object Number: 469175  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.

  5. Install the track retainer bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the seat track retainer bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 291625  Size: SH
  7. Install the seat track bolt trim covers.

  8. Object Number: 469181  Size: SH
  9. Install the front seat retainer bolts.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat track retainer bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 470256  Size: SH
  11. Install the front seat track retainer bolt covers.
  12. Reposition the seat.
  13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Seat Belts.