Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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    Fig 1: Front Seat Back Components
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  1. Remove the front seat assembly. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front BucketΒ .
  2. Remove the front seat head restraint. Refer to Head Restraint Replacement - Front SeatΒ .
  3. Remove the seat adjuster track covers (7). Refer to Seat Adjuster Track Cover Replacement - Front (Outboard)Β  or Seat Adjuster Track Cover Replacement - Front (Inboard)Β .
  4. Remove the bolts (3) from the seat back assembly (1).
  5. Remove seat back assembly (1) from the seat adjuster (10).
  6. Remove the driver seat inflatable restraint, if necessary. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Module Replacement - LH in SIR.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.