Manual Seat Adjuster Mechanical Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Condition | Action |
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NOTE:
Replace all seat adjusters as an assembly Replace both sides at the same time. |
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| The adjusters are not in parallel alignment with each other. |
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| The adjusters are new, not broken in. | Operate the seat to the fully forward and fully rearward positions several times in order to work the tightness out of the channels. |
| The adjusters are improperly lubricated. | Lubricate the adjuster channels. |
| The adjusters are bent or damaged. | Replace the adjusters. |
| The adjusters are binding. | Lubricate or replace the adjusters. |
| The seat components are loose, damaged, or broken. | Repair or replace the defective components. |
| The seat mounting bolts are loose. | Tighten the mounting bolts to specifications. |
| The adjuster lock bar spring is disconnected or broken. | Repair or replace the spring. |
| The adjuster lock bar is sticking or binding. | Lubricate the lock bar pivot or replace the adjuster. |
| The locking wire is too loose. | Tighten the locking wire. |
| The locking wire is disconnected or broken. | Repair or replace the locking wire. |
| The locking wire is too tight. | Loosen the locking wire. |