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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2005LESABRE LIMITED, 4T65E/M15REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15
Removal Procedure
2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15SECTION Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 7 orSIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 in SIR.
- Put the seat back in the full upright position.
- Remove the seat back cover and pad. Refer to Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front .
- Remove the lumbar. Refer to Lumbar Replacement - Front Seat (Power) or Lumbar Replacement - Front Seat (Manual) .
- Remove the fasteners (3) retaining the seat back frame (1) to the recliner.
- Lift straight up on the seat back frame (1) in order to disengage the seat back frame from the recliner.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.