Seat - Manual Adjuster Does Not Lock

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Problem	Action
The locking wire is too tight.	Loosen the locking wire tension enough to permit full engagement of the locking bar in the locking slots of the adjuster lower channel.
The adjuster locking bar spring is disconnected or broken.	Connect the locking bar spring. Install a new locking bar spring.
The adjuster locking bar is sticking or binding.	Lubricate the locking bar pivot. Eliminate the cause of the binding. Replace the seat adjuster. Refer toSeat Adjuster Replacement - Front (Manual) or Seat Adjuster Replacement - Front (Power) .