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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003VENTURE BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK RECLINER REPLACEMENT - REAR (AQ4)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet Venture Base, Van Cargo Extended

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet Venture Base, Van Cargo ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure

Install the recliner mechanism (2) and the seat back frame assembly (1).
Install the seat back frame (1). Refer to SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - REAR (AQ4 CAPTAINS CHAIR) or SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - REAR (AT5 - 60/40 SPLIT BENCH) or SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - REAR (AM9 - 50/50 SPLIT BENCH) or SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - REAR (REAR AL4 REAR BUCKET) .
Install the rear seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - REAR .

Fig 1: Installing Recliner Mechanism And Rear Seat Back Frame Assembly (AQ4)
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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.