Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-4.8L VIN V (2003)
Seat Back: Service and Repair
Seat Back Hinge/Recliner Mechanism Replace - Front
Seat Back Hinge/Recliner Mechanism Replace - Front
Removal Procedure
The front seat back recliner mechanism is mounted to the inboard side of the seat.
1. Remove the seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement (See: Service and Repair/Seat Replacement) .
2. If removing the recliner mechanism remove the seat back recliner handle. Refer to Seat Back Recliner Handle Replacement - Front (See: Seat
Back Recliner Handle Replacement - Front) .
3. Remove the seat cushion cover enough to access the bolts that retain the hinge or recliner mechanism (6) to the seat cushion frame. Refer to Seat
Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement - Front (See: Seat Cushion/Service and Repair/Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement - Front) .
4. Remove the seat back cover enough to access the bolts (2,8) that retain the hinge or recliner mechanism to the seat back. Refer to Seat Back Cover
and Pad Replacement - Front (See: Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front) .
5. Remove the bolts (2,8) that retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seat back frame.
6. Remove the bolts (3,7) that retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seat cushion frame.
7. Remove the hinge/recliner mechanism from the seat assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the hinge/recliner mechanism (6) to the seat assembly.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the bolts (2,8) to retain the hinge/recliner mechanism (6) to the seat back frame.