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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001SUBURBAN C1500REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSPOWER SEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT SEAT BACK HINGE AND RECLINER MECHANISM REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Installation Procedure
  1. Attach the recliner cable to the recliner mechanism.
  2. Install the drive cable, if equipped with a power recliner.
    3. Fig 1: View Of U-Channel
    GM381469Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the U-channel (1).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Front Recliner Cable, Folding Mechanism & Bolts/Screws
    GM396820Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Refer to Fastener Notice .

    Install the recliner screw (5).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Install the front recliner attachment bolts (4).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

  6. Attach the recliner cable (1) to the folding mechanism (3).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Seat Back Folding Mechanism & Bolts
    GM378534Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Attach the bolts holding the seat back folding mechanism.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: View Of Outboard Pivot Bolt
    GM381498Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the outboard pivot bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  9. Install the seat back frame. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement .
  10. Install the seat cushion frame. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Frame Replacement .
  11. Install the seat trim panel. Refer to Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement .
  12. Install the front seat in the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Removal and Installation - Bucket .
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