Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: The keys on the recliner handle must properly align to the keyways on the recliner handle shaft.

Position the seat back recliner handle to the seat back recliner handle shaft.
Install the seat back recliner handle to the seat back recliner handle shaft pressing on until properly seated.

Fig 1: Installing Seat Back Recliner Handle To Seat Back Recliner Handle Shaft
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Install the screw to the seat back recliner handle.
Tighten

Tighten the seat back recliner screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Screw To Seat Back Recliner Handle
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