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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1590 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT-REARREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Removal Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement-Rear (Extended Cab W/4Th Door) or Seat Replacement-Rear (Extended Cab) or Seat Replacement-Rear (60/40 Split) .
Remove the seat back folding cover, if equipped.
Remove the armrest from the seat back, if equipped. Refer to Armrest Replacement-Rear Seat (60/40 Split) .
Remove the head restraints (1) from the seat back. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement .
Release the J-clips from the seat back cover.
Release the hook, and the loop strips retaining the seat back cover (2) to the foam pad (12).
In order to ease removal, place a piece of cardboard between the seat back cover and the foam pad.
Working from side to side, carefully lift the seat back cover from the foam pad.

Fig 1: Rear Seat Back Cover & Pad
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.