Seats - Rattle From 2nd and 3rd Row Seats: Overview
File In Section: 10 - BodyBulletin No.: 73-16-07
Date: October, 1997
Subject:
Rattle from 2nd and 3rd Row Seat Assemblies
(Install New Service kit)
Models:
1994-96 Chevrolet Lumina APV
1994-96 Oldsmobile Silhouette
1994-96 Pontiac Trans Sport
Condition
Some owners may comment on rattles coming from the 2nd and 3rd row seat assemblies.
Cause
Condition may be due to looseness in the seat back and the release mechanism.
Correction
The looseness condition may be corrected by installing the new service kit, GM P/N 10402691, and using the following procedure. The repair consists of removing the seat from the vehicle, adding a plastic "washer" to the release mechanism on the right side of the frame (see Figure 1), and replacing the seat back bumper on the left side of the frame (see Figure 2).
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation Labor Time
07900 0.7 hr (For All 2nd and 3rd Row Seats)