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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 Body 🢒 Seats 🢒 Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the seat belt anchor nut.

    2. Object Number: 862962 Size: SH
  2. Use a flat-bladed tool to carefully release the retainer from the base of the recliner handle.
  3. Remove the recliner handle.
  4. Remove the screws (1) from the front seat trim panel.
  5. Position the front seat trim panel away from the seat.

    6. Object Number: 1230651 Size: SH
  6. If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors to the power seat switch (2) and lumbar switch (3).
  7. Remove the front seat trim panel from the front seat.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1230651 Size: SH
  1. Position the front seat trim panel to the front seat.
  2. Connect the electrical connectors to the power seat switch (2) and lumbar switch (3).

    3. Object Number: 862962 Size: SH

    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.

  3. Install the trim panel screws (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  4. Install the retainer to the base of the recliner handle.
  5. Install the recliner handle.
  6. Install the seat belt anchor nut.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).