Interior - Front Seat Cushion Cover Trim Loose

TECHNICAL

Bulletin No.: 09-08-50-007

Date: March 24, 2009

Subject:
Toe Kick Panel of Front Seat Cushion Cover Loose or Hanging Unsecured (Reattach with Tie Straps)

Models:
2006-2009 Chevrolet HHR

Condition

Some customers may comment that the toe kick panel of the driver or passenger front seat cushion cover is loose or hanging unsecured.

Cause

This condition may be caused by the J-channel clips, which retain the toe kick panel to the seat cushion frame, releasing from the frame. The retention strength of the clip may not be sufficient enough to keep it securely retained.

Correction





Important
The toe kick panel of the front seat cushion cover may be one of two designs. Visually verify which design the seat cover has. If the toe kick panel is the "strap and hook" design (shown above), and exhibits damage, the seat cushion cover would have to be replaced. The following repair is specific to toe kick panels with the J-channel design.

Important
If the above condition is noted on a front seat cushion cover with J-channels, repair following the steps below. DO NOT replace the front seat cushion cover.

Drill holes through the toe kick panel J-channels (one each side) and re-secure the panel with tie straps using the following steps:

1. Slide the seat fully forward.





2. Disengage the toe kick cover panel from the seat cushion frame, and flip the panel over to expose the J-channels (1).





3. Drill a 6.35 mm (1/4 in) diameter hole through the J-channel and fabric on each side. Ensure that the hole is centered in the J-channel as shown above.





Tip

Once installed and trimmed, the tie strap length is much shorter than the starting 355 mm (14 in) length. A shorter tie strap can be used, however the longer tie strap may be easier to get in position while working under the seat.

4. Insert a tie strap, obtained locally, into each hole in the toe kick panel. Approximate size of the tie strap should be 4.75 mm (0.187 in) width and 355 mm (14 in) length.





5. Reposition the toe kick panel and secure the two tie straps to the underside of the seat cushion.





Important
The seat cushion above has been removed for illustration purposes.

1. Slide each tie strap under the suspension wire of the seat cushion as shown above. Tighten the tie straps, ensuring that the toe kick panel fabric is straight and taut.





2. Clip off the excess strap with wire snips.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table above.





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