Passenger Front Seat - Rattles When Unoccupied

File In Section: 08 Body and Accessories

Bulletin No.: 01-08-50-009

Date: August, 2001

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Passenger Front-Seat Rattles When Unoccupied
(Reposition Rear of Seat Track Adjuster on Floor)

Models:
1997-2001 Chevrolet Malibu
1997-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Condition

Some owners may comment that the passenger right front seat rattles when unoccupied. This condition may be most noticeable when the seat track is positioned in the middle of its forward/rearward travel.

Correction

Loosen the bolts that attach the rear of the seat track to the floor and spread the rear of the inboard and outboard tracks as far apart as possible. While in this spread apart position, tighten the attaching bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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