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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4WD L6-4.2L VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSEAT BACKSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESSEAT BACK HINGE COVER REPLACEMENT - REAR NO. 1
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN S
Seat Back Hinge Cover Replacement - Rear No. 1
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN SSECTION Seat Back Hinge Cover Replacement - Rear No. 1
SEAT BACK HINGE COVER REPLACEMENT - REAR NO. 1
REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1. Remove the screws from the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge covers.
2. Remove the rear seat back hinge cover halves.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge cover halves around the seat back hinges.

2. Install the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge cover screws.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat back hinge cover screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the screws from the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge covers.
2. Remove the rear seat back hinge cover halves.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge cover halves around the seat back hinges.
2. Install the inboard/outboard rear seat back hinge cover screws.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat back hinge cover screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.