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Seat - Hard to Move Forward and Rearward for Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001

Problem

Action

New adjusters are not broken in. Required break in period is 20 cycles.

Operate the seat to the full-forward position and then to the full-rearward position several times to work new adjuster tightness out of channels.

Adjusters are improperly lubricated.

Use AutoLube A or equivalent to lubricate the adjuster channels.

Adjusters are binding due to bent and/or damaged channels.

Replace the adjusters.

Adjusters are binding due to the bearing being out of position.

Push on each adjuster to full-forward at stops to rephase.