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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Avalanche - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Rear Seat Back Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 788614 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement .
  2. Remove the armrest, if equipped. Refer to Rear Seat Armrest Replacement .
  3. Remove the seat back cover. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement .
  4. Remove the bolts (1, 2) that retain the latch assembly to the seat frame.
  5. Remove the screw (3) that retains the latch assembly to the seat frame.
  6. Unsnap the recliner cables from the folding mechanism.
  7. Remove the seat back latch assembly from the seat frame.

    8. Object Number: 814964 Size: SH
  8. Remove the spacer (2) from the latch assembly, if equipped.
  9. Remove the seat belt guide (1) from the latch assembly, if equipped.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 814964 Size: SH
  1. Install the seat belt guide (1) to the latch assembly, if removed.
  2. Install the spacer (2) to the latch assembly, if removed.

    3. Object Number: 788614 Size: SH
  3. Install the seat back latch assembly to the seat frame.
  4. Attach the recliner cables to the folding mechanism.

    5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the bolts (1, 2) that retain the latch assembly to the seat frame.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  6. Install the screw (3) that retains the latch assembly to the seat frame.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the seat back cover. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement .
  8. Install the armrest, if equipped. Refer to Rear Seat Armrest Replacement .
  9. Install the rear seat to the vehicle. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement .