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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1209 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK RECLINER MECHANISM REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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Important:  Do not lubricate the seatback recliner mechanism.

  1. Install the recliner mechanism to the seat frame.
  2. Install the cables to the actuators.
  3. Securely snap the cable retaining clips to the actuators with the tabs up.
    Fig 1: Installing Recliner Mechanism To Seat Frame
    G01451686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the seat adjusters to the seat if removed.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Apply Loctite™ 271 to the bolts and secure the adjuster to the seat.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb in).

    Fig 2: Installing Seat Adjusters To Seat
    G01451687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Use a tread locking compound on the hinge bolts.

  6. Install the hinge bolts, seatback release cables, and nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the hinge bolt nuts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Hinge Bolts, Seatback Release Cables & Nuts
    G01451688Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the seat cushion trim cover. Refer to SEAT CUSHION TRIM COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 4: Seat Cushion Trim Cover
    G01451689Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the side trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
    Fig 5: Side Trim Panel
    G01451690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the recliner handle.
    1. Position the handle retaining spring clip into the lock position.
    2. Snap the handle onto the reclining mechanism shaft.
    Fig 6: Recliner Handle
    G01451691Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT (POWER)  or SEAT REPLACEMENT (MANUAL) .
    Fig 7: Seat
    G01451692Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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