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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002AVALANCHE 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRSEAT REPLACEMENT - REAR (60/40 SPLIT)
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN T
Seat Replacement - Rear (60/40 Split)
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Seat Replacement - Rear (60/40 Split)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the front and the rear leg trim covers.
2. Remove the seat back recliner handle screw from the trim panel, if equipped.
3. Remove the jack assembly, if required.
4. Remove the covers in order to access the seat bolts.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
6. Remove the seat retaining bolts.
7. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the seat into the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the seat retaining bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
3. Connect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
4. Install the jack assembly, if removed.
5. Install the covers to the seat bolts.
6. Install the seat back recliner handle screw, if removed.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
7. Install the front and the rear leg trim covers.
1. Remove the front and the rear leg trim covers.
2. Remove the seat back recliner handle screw from the trim panel, if equipped.
3. Remove the jack assembly, if required.
4. Remove the covers in order to access the seat bolts.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
6. Remove the seat retaining bolts.
7. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the seat into the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the seat retaining bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
3. Connect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
4. Install the jack assembly, if removed.
5. Install the covers to the seat bolts.
6. Install the seat back recliner handle screw, if removed.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
7. Install the front and the rear leg trim covers.
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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.