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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1590 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT-FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Position the seat back frame on the seat.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the recliner arm attachment bolts (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

    3. Fig 1: Recliner Arm Attachment Bolts
    G01579220Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the inboard pivot bolt (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Inboard Pivot Bolt
    G01579221Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the seat belt retractor. Refer to SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT-LEFT FRONT or SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT-RIGHT FRONT .
  5. Install the lumbar assembly (or power lumbar/bolster assembly if equipped). Refer to Lumbar Replacement-Front Seat   . 
  6. Install the seat back trim cover and pad. Refer to Seat Back Cover And Pad Replacement-Front   . 
  7. Connect the lumbar cable (6) underneath the seat cushion (disconnect the wire harness if equipped with power lumbar).
  8. Install the seat trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement-Front Seat   . 
  9. Install the head restraint and guides. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement   . 
  10. Install the seat into the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement-Front Bucket   . 
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