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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1596 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT-REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Install the seat cushion cover to the foam pad.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the center screw retaining the latch cover, if removed.
Tighten

Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
Engage the hook, and the loop-strips that are retaining the seat cushion cover (3) to the foam pad (4).
Install the seat buckles, if removed. Refer to SEAT BELT BUCKLE AND LATCH REPLACEMENT-REAR (EXTENDED CAB) or SEAT BELT BUCKLE AND LATCH REPLACEMENT-REAR (CREW CAB) .
Connect the rear heater connector, if equipped.
Install the hog rings, and/or the J-clips in order to retain the seat cushion cover to the seat cushion frame (8).
Install the rear passenger seat risers.
Install the rear seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement-Rear (Extended Cab W/4Th Door) or Seat Replacement-Rear (Extended Cab) or Seat Replacement-Rear (60/40 Split) .

Fig 1: Rear Seat Cushion Cover & Pad
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.