Well, the provided information on YouTube's corporate policies is about as useful for dismantling a couch as a screen door on a submarine. Luckily, I've wrestled with these comfy behemoths before and can guide you through the process.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to conquer that bulky recliner and make it fit through a doorway without summoning a demolition crew. First, tilt the couch forward to access its mysterious underside and backside. Look for fabric flaps at the very back, usually attached with Velcro. Peeling these back is like opening a secret hatch to the couch's inner workings.
Inside, along the seams where the backrests meet the base, you'll find the magic release mechanisms. Most recliners use small metal levers or clips on the frame. On some models, you need to lift these levers up; on others, you might need a flathead screwdriver to gently pry them open. Once you release the locks on both sides of a backrest, it should slide straight up and off the metal tracks. It might take a bit of wiggling and a grunt of effort, but it will come free.
If your couch has a center console, it likely comes apart in a similar way. Look for those same types of brackets or levers connecting it to the seat bases. Once you've removed all the backs and any consoles, you're left with a much more manageable base that will hopefully glide through your hallways with the grace of a gazelle. Or, at least, with less swearing.
