GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Carpet Retainer Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 349276 Size: SH
  1. Remove the center pillar lower trim, pull outward to release the center pillar lower trim from the center pillar.

    2. Object Number: 246213 Size: SH
  2. Remove the outer seat track covers.

    3. Object Number: 246396 Size: SH
  3. Remove the carpet retainer center screw.

    4. The carpet retainer center screw is located below the center pillar lower trim finish panel.

  4. Remove carpet retainer inserts to expose screws.
  5. Remove the carpet retainer screws.
  6. Remove the carpet retainer.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 246396 Size: SH
  1. Install the carpet retainer.

    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 carpet retainer screws.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  3. Install the carpet retainer inserts.
  4. Install the carpet retainer center screw.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 246213 Size: SH
  5. Install the outer seat track covers.
  6. Install the seat track cover screws.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 349276 Size: SH
  7. Install the center pillar lower trim.
  8. Install the center pillar trim screws.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).