GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2002 🢒 Bonneville 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Put the seat back in the full upright position. .
  3. Remove the seat back cover and pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
  4. Remove the lumbar. Refer to Front Seat Lumbar Support Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 671466 Size: SH
  5. Remove the fasteners  (3) retaining the seat back frame (1) to the recliner.
  6. Lift straight up on the seat back frame  (1) in order to disengage the seat back frame from the recliner.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 671466 Size: SH
  1. Slide the seat back frame (1) straight down into recliner .

    2. 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.

  2. Install the seat back frame fasteners (3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the seat back frame fasteners (3) to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  3. Install the lumbar. Refer to Front Seat Lumbar Support Replacement .
  4. Install the seat back cover and pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
  5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.