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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1544 (POWER SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINNER RISER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - REAR NO. 2INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the two rear seat back mounting bolts (1) securing the inner riser assembly to the seat back frame.
Tighten: Tighten the rear seat back mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Inner Riser Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Pull the seat cover back down over the seat pad.
Secure the seat back cover flaps to the pad with the hog rings (2).
Install the J-strip (1) on the bottom of the seat back cover.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing J-Strip On Seat Back Cover
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the seat adjuster cross bar. Refer to Seat Adjuster Cross Bar Replacement - Rear No. 2 .
Install the seat riser latch assembly. Refer to Seat Riser Latch Assembly Replacement - Rear No. 2 .
Install the seat latch rod. Refer to Seat Latch Rod Replacement - Rear No. 2 .
Install the seat belt buckle assembly.
Install the seat in the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Rear No. 2 .

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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.