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Seat Cushion Cover Loose (Secure J-Strip to Seat Frame with Hog Rings)

Subject:Seat Cushion Cover Loose (Secure J-Strip to Seat Frame With Hog Rings)

Models:2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Equinox
2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit (Canada Only)
2006-2007 Pontiac Torrent
2007 Pontiac G5
2002-2008 Saturn VUE
2003-2007 Saturn ION



This bulletin is being updated to add the 2008 Saturn VUE. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 06-08-50-005A (Section 08 - Body & Accessories).


Condition

Some customers may comment that the seat cushion cover (cover on the lower part of the seat) is loose.

Cause

This condition may be caused by the J-strip seat cover retaining feature releasing from the seat frame.

Correction

  1. Remove the seat from the vehicle, if necessary. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket in SI.
  2. Tip
    The seats do not have to be removed on 2008 Saturn VUE models. (For 2008 Saturn VUE models, the tray under the passenger seat should be removed prior to performing Step 2.)

  3. Reattach the J-strip to the seat frame.

  4. Object Number: 1821663  Size: SH
  5. Secure the J-strip to the seat frame with hog rings. Snap the hog rings through each end of the J-strip and around the seat frame.
  6. Reinstall the seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket in SI.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

C9753*

Secure J-strip to seat frame

0.3 hr

*This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. The number will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.