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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 706 (SEAT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - REAR (FOLDING)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation 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.

Position the rear seat back to the vehicle.
Reposition the seat belts to the rear seat back.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Apply a thread sealant, GM P/N 12345382, (Canadian P/N 10953489), Loctite 242, Permatex 24200 to the threads of the bolts (2) and also the stud for the bracket nut (1).
Install the child seat latch bracket nut (1).
Install the child seat latch bracket bolts (2) to each end of the latch bracket.

Tighten

Tighten the latch bracket nut and bolts to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
Install the rear center seat belts. Refer to SEAT BELT SYSTEM in Seat Belts.

Fig 1: Installing Child Seat Latch Bracket Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fold the rear seat back cushions down.
Install the rear seat latches to the rear seat back.
Install the rear seat back anchor bolts to the rear seat latches.
Tighten

Tighten the rear seat back latch bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Fold the rear seat back cushions up.
Inspect the rear seat for proper operation.
Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to SEAT CUSHION REPLACEMENT - REAR .

Fig 2: Installing Rear Seat Back To Vehicle
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.