GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Aztek - FWD 🢒 Body 🢒 Seats 🢒 Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 626945 Size: SH
  1. Remove the screw from the seat back recliner handle.

    2. Object Number: 626956 Size: SH
  2. Remove the seat back recliner handle from the seat back recliner handle shaft.

Installation Procedure

    Important: The keys on the recliner handle must properly align to the keyways on the recliner handle shaft.


    Object Number: 626956 Size: SH
  1. Position the seat back recliner handle to the seat back recliner handle shaft.
  2. Install the seat back recliner handle to the seat back recliner handle shaft pressing on until properly seated.

    3. Object Number: 626945 Size: SH

    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.

  3. Install the screw to the seat back recliner handle.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the seat back recliner screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).