Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Safari and 2003 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the armrest by rotating it to the down position.
Slip a pair of snap-ring pliers between the seat and the armrest.

Fig 1: Removing Armrest (YC6)
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Ensure that the snap-ring pliers go between the arms of the snap plate.

Fig 2: Correct Snap-Ring Plier Placement (YC6)
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Keeping the armrest plate arms open, pull the armrest straight back off the seat post.