Front Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement

Single Use Fasteners and Components Front Seat Back Heater Front Seat Back Vent Fan Mat

Warning

Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an internal mounted seat side airbag module. Replace the complete seat back trim cover from the OEM. Non-OEM seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which could result in personal injury.

Caution

General Motors does not support the application of any additional adhesive to reinstall seat components. Use only the pre-applied adhesive to install the seat components. Use of additional adhesives may damage seat components, cause safety concerns, or performance issues. Removal Procedure

Front Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement — figure 1

1. Front Seat Back Cover and Pad (1) » Remove — Front Seat Back Cover and Pad Removal and Installation

Front Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement — figure 2

2. Remove the front seat back cover (1) from the front seat back pad (2).
3. If replacing the front seat back pad (2), DISCARD the front seat back heater and front seat back vent fan mat, if equipped. Installation Procedure

Caution

Ensure the seat heater is not folded or creased during installation as damage to the internal circuitry may occur, causing performance issues and damage to seat components.

1. If replacing the front seat back pad (2), install NEW front seat back heater and front seat back vent fan mat, if equipped.

2. Install the front seat back cover (1) onto the front seat back pad (2).

3. Front Seat Back Cover and Pad (1) » Install — Front Seat Back Cover and Pad Removal and Installation

4. If servicing the passenger seat, perform the necessary programming and setup procedure for the passenger presence system. Control Module References