Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L VIN T (2004)
Seat Cushion: Service and Repair
Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Rear
Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Rear
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the armrest from the seat back. Refer toArmrest Replacement - Rear Seat (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Arm Rest/Service and
Repair/Armrest Replacement - Rear Seat).
2. Remove the center seat belt retractor, if equipped.
3. Release the J channel Fastener at the bottom edge of the seat back cover (3).
4. Release the hook and loop strips that retain the seat back cover to the seat back foam pad (2).
5. Working from side to side, carefully lift the seat back cover from the foam pad.
6. Remove the foam pad (2) from the seat back frame (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Position the foam pad (2) to the seat back frame (1).
2. Working from side to side, install the seat back cover (3) over the foam pad (2).
3. Engage the hook and loop strips that retain the seat back cover to the seat back foam pad.
4. Engage the J channel fastener at the bottom edge of the seat back cover.
5. Install the center seat belt retractor, if equipped.
6. Install the armrest to the seat back. Refer to Arm rest Replacement - Rear Seat (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Arm Rest/Service and
Repair/Armrest Replacement - Rear Seat).