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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 980 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - REARREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Rear (Extended Cab w/4th Door) , Seat Replacement - Rear (Extended Cab)  or Seat Replacement - Rear (60/40 Split) .
  2. Remove the armrest, if equipped. Refer to Armrest Replacement - Rear Seat (60/40 Split) .
  3. Partially remove the seat-back cover in order to gain access to the retaining bolts. Refer to Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Rear .
  4. Remove the bolts from the seat-back frame.
  5. Remove the seat-back frame (4) from the seat back cushion frame.
    6. Fig 1: Removing Rear Seat Back Frame
    GM276335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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