What are the steps for removing and installing the third row of seats in the GL8?
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The steps for removing and installing the third row of seats in the GL8 are: locate the mechanism hidden behind the seats, lift the seats, remove them from the front clips, lower the backrest by moving the mechanism, and then remove the detached seats from the vehicle. During installation, fix the sliding rails to the seat frame, loosely screw the bolts without tightening them completely after determining the installation position, pay attention to the installation direction, test for smooth sliding after installation, and then tighten all the screws to ensure a secure fit. Taking the Buick GL8 2021 Land Business Class 652T Luxury model as an example: it is equipped with a 2.0T inline four-cylinder engine, with a maximum torque of 350 Nm and a maximum power of 174 kW, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
Last time helping my friend remove the third row seats from the GL8 went smoothly. Remember to first empty the trunk and lay down a blanket to prevent scratching the interior. Locate the four mounting bolts at the base of the seats and loosen them counterclockwise with a socket wrench. Key point: the last two bolts are on the inner side of the seat rails - you'll need to crouch down to see them. When removing bolts, loosen diagonal ones first to maintain balance. After all bolts are removed, don't rush to lift - there's still an electrical connector behind the seat armrest to unplug. Lifting the seat requires two people - this thing weighs about 60 pounds. Tilt it and move it out slowly to save effort. When reinstalling, align the rail grooves first before tightening bolts, and finally don't forget to reconnect the wiring harness and check the power adjustment function.
