How to Remove the Rear Seats of a Buick GL8?
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The method to remove the rear seats of a Buick GL8 is as follows: 1. On both sides of the rear seat headrest, near the window area, there are pull handles; 2. Pull the handles, and the backrest of the rear seats can be folded forward; 3. For the cushion part of the rear seats, in most cases, you just need to push the cushion towards the rear of the vehicle and lift it upwards to complete the removal. The Buick GL8 is a 5-door, 7-seat MPV with body dimensions of: length 5238mm, width 1878mm, height 1776mm, and a wheelbase of 3088mm. The Buick GL8 is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum power of 174 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm.
I've previously removed the second-row seats of a GL8. You'll need a 10mm socket wrench, plastic pry bar, and gloves. First, push the seat all the way forward to access the screws underneath. Then, loosen the two 10mm screws on the outer side of the seat. Note that there might be a slide rail cover on the left side, which requires gently prying open with the pry bar before unscrewing. At the front of the seat, there's a positioning hook that requires two people to handle: one lifts the front of the seat about 15 cm while the other pushes the seat backward to disengage the hook. At this point, the seat is loose, but be cautious of the wiring harness connectors underneath. If the seat has electric adjustment or heating functions, press the clip to disconnect the plug. Finally, two people should lift the seat together to remove it. Throughout the process, check the seat rails for any obstructions to avoid deforming the guides. When reinstalling, just reverse the steps, but ensure the positioning hook aligns precisely with the rail.
Actually, removing the rear seats of a GL8 isn't as complicated as it seems. Remember to place a soft cloth on the door sill first to prevent scratching the paint. The key is to locate the structure beneath the seats: the front has metal hooks that latch onto the rails, while the rear is secured with screws. Start by using a wrench to remove the screws on both sides at the back—the seat won't move yet. The crucial step is releasing the hooks: you need to forcefully lift the front of the seat about 20 cm upward until you hear a loud click, indicating the hooks have disengaged. Then, slide the seat backward along the rail direction, and the entire seat can be removed in one piece. If the seat has electric functions, make sure to disconnect the power before unplugging the wiring harness. Once the seat is out, take the opportunity to clean any debris from the rail grooves, as leftover grit can cause noise when reinstalling. Avoid using metal tools to pry randomly during the process, as the plastic seat base is easily scratched.
When removing GL8 seats, focus on two key points: front clips and rear screws. First, slide the seat all the way back to expose four mounting screws - these can be removed with a Phillips screwdriver. Then, brace your knee against the front of the seat while lifting both sides of the cushion upward simultaneously to disengage the U-shaped front clips from the track base. For stubborn clips, wrap a towel around a screwdriver to gently pry the cushion edge. Electric versions require disconnecting wiring harnesses - remember to release the red safety clip first. Removed seats are exceptionally heavy; grip the metal frame on both sides when moving. During reinstallation, ensure clips audibly click into place for proper engagement.
