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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 466 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - REAR (SPLIT BENCH)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the split bench seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - REAR 50-50 SPLIT .
Remove the back trim panel from the rear seat. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT BACK .
Remove the outer trim panel from the rear seat cushion. Refer to SEAT CUSHION OUTER TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT (BUCKET) or SEAT CUSHION OUTER TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT (SPLIT BENCH) .
Remove the lower J-hook retainer and pull back the cushion cover to expose the recliner hinge and the center pivot point.

Fig 1: Removing Lower J-Hook Retainer
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the upper bolts from the seat back recliner hinge.

Fig 2: Removing Upper Bolts From Seat Back Recliner Hinge
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the seat back from the inner pivot point by lifting up the outer end of the seat back. Use a quick upward twist to disengage the pivot stud from the pivot socket.

Fig 3: Removing Seat Back From Inner Pivot Point
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.