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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 731 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION 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 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the seat adjuster (3) to the seat cushion frame (2).
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the seat adjuster bolts (1) to the seat cushion frame (3).
Tighten

Tighten bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Seat Adjusters
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the power seat switch bracket to the seat cushion frame. Install the power seat switch bracket screws.
Tighten

Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Power Seat Switch Bracket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Connect the seat back recliner cable to the seat cushion frame.
Install the seat back with recliner to the seat cushion frame. Install the seat back recliner bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the front seat cushion cover and pad to the seat cushion frame. Refer to Seat Cushion Cover Replacement - Front .

Fig 3: Installing Seat Back Recliner Cable
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.