Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the front seat from the vehicle. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKETΒ  .
  2. Remove the front seat trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEATΒ  .
  3. Remove the J-hooks from the seat cushion trim cover.
  4. Position the seat back to the full down position.
  5. Fold back the seat cushion pad and trim cover to access the adjuster bolts.
  6. Remove the cross brace to adjuster bolts.
  7. Remove the adjuster from the seat cushion frame.
  8. Remove the adjuster crosswire and assist springs.
  9. Remove the E/Z entry cable from the adjuster, if equipped.
  10. Separate the left and the right adjusters by removing the cross brace bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Adjuster Crosswire And Assist Springs
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