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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 835 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

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Remove the seat from the vehicle. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKET .
Remove the head restraint and guides. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT (NON-CADILLAC) or HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT (FOLDING) .
Remove the seat trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
Disconnect the lumbar cable (6) underneath the seat cushion (disconnect the lumbar wire harness if equipped with power lumbar).
Remove the seat back trim cover and pad. Refer to SEAT BACK COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT - FRONT .

Fig 1: Disconnecting Lumbar Cable Underneath Seat Cushion
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the lumbar assembly (or power lumbar/bolster assembly if equipped). Refer to LUMBAR REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
Remove the seat belt retractor. Refer to SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - LEFT FRONT or SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - RIGHT FRONT in SEAT BELT SYSTEM .
Remove the inboard pivot bolt (1).
Remove the recliner arm attachment bolts (2).
Remove the frame from the vehicle.
Transfer all necessary components to the new seat back frame.

Fig 2: Removing Recliner Arm Attachment Bolts
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.