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Interior - Seat Back Latch Replacement Addition

Bulletin No.: 05-08-50-016

Date: December 13, 2005

SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE

Subject:
Addition of Seat Back Release Latch Replacement - Rear

Models:
2005-2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit (Canada Only)

This bulletin is being issued to add the Seat Back Release Latch Replacement - Rear procedure in the Seats sub-section of the Service Manual.

The following information has been updated within SI. If you are using a paper version of this Service Manual, please make a reference to this bulletin on the affected page.

Seat Back Release Latch Replacement - Rear

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the fastener (1) from the lower lock pillar garnish molding. Sedan shown, coupe similar. Fold the garnish trim away from the latch.





2. Remove the latch bolts.





3. Disengage the clip holding the latch release handle to the rear compartment shelf.

4. Remove the rosebud fastener which retains the latch cable to the rear compartment shelf.





5. Remove the grommet from the sheet metal.

6. Pull the latch assembly into the passenger compartment.

7. Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the latch assembly.





2. Feed the cable and the release handle through the sheet metal to the rear compartment.

Note:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the rear seat back latch bolts.

Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).





4. Install the grommet.





5. Install the rosebud fastener to the latch assembly cable.





6. Install the release handle and engage the handle in the clip.

7. Install the lower lock pillar garnish molding fastener (1).





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