How to install the rear seats of the Buick GL8?

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NicoleLee
07/24/25 9:09am
The installation method for the rear seats of the Buick GL8 is as follows: 1. Place the seat on the plastic panel, ensuring the horizontal rod under the seat fits into the groove; 2. Push the U-shaped lever at the back of the seat forward until the horizontal rod under the seat reaches the front end of the groove. Taking the 2021 Buick GL8 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 5238mm, width 1878mm, height 1776mm, wheelbase 3088mm, fuel tank capacity 66L, and trunk capacity 475L. The 2021 Buick GL8 is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 237PS, maximum torque of 350Nm, and maximum power of 174kW, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
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McEloise
08/11/25 4:36am
Finally figured out how to install the third-row seats for my buddy's GL8. First, align the sliding rail grooves at the bottom of the seat with the floor tracks – you'll know it's in place when you hear a 'click' sound. Then, kneel on the seat cushion and press down firmly until the red locking mechanisms on both sides pop out, indicating it's securely locked. The most easily overlooked part is the seatbelt buckle – it needs to be routed around the seat frame and inserted into the floor socket, and you'll feel a distinct click when it's properly seated. After installation, remember to push and pull the seat back and forth a few times to test its stability. If the seatback angle isn't right, it's likely because the bottom stopper isn't engaged in the positioning hole. Oh, and the second-row independent seats have a foolproof design on their sliding rails – if installed backward, they won't budge at all.
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