Impala V6-3.9L (2007)
Seat Cushion: Customer Interest
Interior - Passenger Seat Back Pop/Click/Creak
TECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 07-08-50-005B
Date: May 19, 2008
Subject:
Passenger Front Seat Back Squeak/Creak/Pop/Clicking Noise (Install New Seat Back Cushion Support Kit)
Models:
2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
2006-2008 Chevrolet Impala
Built Prior to February 06, 2008
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to update the Correction and Parts Information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-08-50-005A (Section 08 -
Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment on a squeak, creak, pop or clicking noise coming from the passenger front seat back assembly.
Cause
This condition may be caused by the seat back cushion support assembly rubbing inside the seat back frame.
Correction
Important:
The new support springs will need to be installed and located to the upper tab positions in the seat back frame.
Install a new passenger (right) front seat back cushion lumbar support kit following the procedure below.
1.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SI.
2.
Position the passenger seat to the full forward and tilt up position.
3.
Disconnect the seat belt anchor nut from the seat frame.
4.
Remove the front passenger seat head restraint. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement in SI.
5.
Remove the passenger front seat from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement in SI.
6.
Remove the front seat back finish panel. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement in SI.
Tip
Use an extension with a 10 mm socket to help push the head restraint guide tabs together from inside the seat back assembly.
7.
Remove the front passenger seat head restraint guides. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement in SI.
8.
Remove the passenger front seat back cover and pad.
1.
Disconnect the seat back cover J-channels from the seat back frame.
2.
Remove the lower push pin retainers that secure the cover to the seat frame.
3.
Remove the inboard seat belt buckle bolt and buckle.