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Old 07-19-2010, 10:02 PM
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Rocking Driver's Seat

Howdy folks,

My driver's seat has a slight rock to it, most noticeable when accelerating and braking. I know that in order to fix it, you have to remove the seat and tighten up a few bolts.

My question: For those of you who have had this problem, how much did your dealer charge, or did you just take it to a mechanic and have them do it? Is there a simpler fix that I may have missed?

Thanks.
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Originally Posted by mooncricket5
Howdy folks,

My driver's seat has a slight rock to it, most noticeable when accelerating and braking. I know that in order to fix it, you have to remove the seat and tighten up a few bolts.

My question: For those of you who have had this problem, how much did your dealer charge, or did you just take it to a mechanic and have them do it? Is there a simpler fix that I may have missed?

Thanks.

It's funny you posted this. I am having the same problem with my 2006 TL. I just took it to the dealer today to be fixed. IF the repair is covered by the warranty it will be free. If not, I was quoted $66.00 to fix. I'll let you know.
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I had this problem as well, there is a TSB on it. It was fixed under warranty, if I remember correctly they replace the entire bottom seat frame. I think that part runs $300-400
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Originally Posted by mooncricket5
Is there a simpler fix that I may have missed?

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Might be. The seat is secured to the body using 4 19mm or 21mm bolts, I forget which, specifically. Grab a wrench, and start turning clockwise. If that's not it, take the bolts off, tilt the seat back, and look at the fasteners to see if you can DIY any loose bolts.
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Thanks for the responses guys. I really appreciate it. DM-I'll give that a try tomorrow and see if it makes a difference!
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Originally Posted by mooncricket5
Thanks for the responses guys. I really appreciate it. DM-I'll give that a try tomorrow and see if it makes a difference!
GL; if you can snap any pics maybe I can help from afar. Only dealbreaker will be if there's a loose rivet vs.a loose fastener.
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I had that happen with my 04 tsx and the dealer finally replaced it under warranty. Seemed i was the only one who could feel it but it drove me nuts.

if you still have warranty they should fix it.
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