Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Seat Recliner (Uncovered)

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the seat back cushion mounting bolts (2) securing the rear seat back frame to the inboard/outboard rear seat back cushion hinge assembly.
Tighten: Tighten all rear seat back cushion mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Rear Center Seat Belt Anchor Nut

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Install the rear seat belt anchor nut (2).
Tighten: Tighten all rear center seat belt anchor nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Install the seat back cover and pad to the seat back. Refer to Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Rear No. 1 (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) or Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Rear No. 1 (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL, Envoy XUV) .

Fig 3: Identifying Seat Belt Side Buckle & Retaining Nut

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Install the inboard/outboard rear seat back cushion hinge covers with the 3 screws.
Tighten: Tighten the seat back cushion hinge cover screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).