LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2002 >> Blazer 4D Utility, 4WD, Part Time >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 838 (Seat System) >> Repair Instructions >> Seat Back Hinge/Recliner Mechanism Replace - Front >> Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2003 GMC Yukon XL, 2003 GMC Yukon, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Attach the recliner cable to the recliner mechanism.
  2. Install the drive cable, if equipped with a power recliner.
  3. Install the U-channel (1).
    Fig 1: Installing U-Channel
    G01459169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the recliner screw (5).

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  5. Install the front recliner attachment bolts (4).

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).
  6. Attach the recliner cable (1) to the folding mechanism (3).
    Fig 2: Installing Front Recliner Attachment Bolts
    G01459170Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Attach the bolts holding the seat back folding mechanism.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).
    Fig 3: Attaching Bolts Holding Seat Back Folding Mechanism
    G01459171Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the outboard pivot bolt.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
  9. Install the seat back frame. Refer to SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  10. Install the seat cushion frame. Refer to SEAT CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT  .
  11. Install the seat trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT  .
  12. Install the front seat in the vehicle. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKET  .
    Fig 4: Installing Outboard Pivot Bolt
    G01459172Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.