Yukon Denali 3rd Row Seat Removal

[sealandsky]

Has anyone removed their 3rd row seat from late model Yukon or Tahoe? If so, please detail what was involved and if any new parts were necessary.

 

[Big Mama]

Just wondering from an 07 owner are the new trucks last row permanent and not removable manually by folding them and pulling the handle?

 

[sealandsky]

Just wondering from an 07 owner are the new trucks last row permanent and not removable manually by folding them and pulling the handle?

Yep - And removing them leaves a big trough in the floor.

 

[Big Mama]

Wow that’s a pain and really limits storage

 

[sealandsky]

Wow that’s a pain and really limits storage

My understanding is that the seat is fairly heavy and I'm trying to reduce the vehicle weight in all ways possible.

 

[BlackYukon]

Has anyone removed their 3rd row seat from late model Yukon or Tahoe? If so, please detail what was involved and if any new parts were necessary.

My Yukon is an SLT so I'm not sure how different the seats are from the Denali, but on mine it was really easy to remove, took about an hour. There's like 7 10mm (Or 12mm) bolts holding the seats down and a few extra Bolts holding the seats together, Once you remove all of the bolts the seats just come right out, If you're doing this by yourself be sure to remove the bolts holding the seats together so it's easier on you.

If you need pictures of where all of the bolts are located on the seats just let me know, there's a few bolts hidden by trim pieces.

 

[Pops McGee]

Has anyone removed their 3rd row seat from late model Yukon or Tahoe? If so, please detail what was involved and if any new parts were necessary.

Yes, in a 2016 LT. Like above, a handful of screws to remove. Pretty simple. But yes it is very heavy. I put some of the screws back in place, i also used spray foam on a couple holes to keep water from getting in from underneath just in case. I removed seat to add sub box so the trough left when removed was not issue for me, thats where i put my amps and processors in addition to the enclosure. If you remove the factory storage bin in way back, then its more or less flat but not completely, a panel of plywood cut to fit covered in carpet and supported in the right places on bottom would leave a nice factory look i would guess. The 3rd row seatbelts on top back by rear door I left in case I want to put back if I ever sell.

 

[sealandsky]

My Yukon is an SLT so I'm not sure how different the seats are from the Denali, but on mine it was really easy to remove, took about an hour. There's like 7 10mm (Or 12mm) bolts holding the seats down and a few extra Bolts holding the seats together, Once you remove all of the bolts the seats just come right out, If you're doing this by yourself be sure to remove the bolts holding the seats together so it's easier on you.

If you need pictures of where all of the bolts are located on the seats just let me know, there's a few bolts hidden by trim pieces.

Great feedback - Thank you. What did you do with the depression in the floor - if anything?

 

[BlackYukon]

Great feedback - Thank you. What did you do with the depression in the floor - if anything?

I bought the Weathertech Cargo liner for the Yukon/Tahoe and put it in the cargo area. I think it was originally meant to go on top of the 3rd row when their folded down, but It fits perfectly when the 3rd row is removed like mine. Iv been really happy with it so far. If that's something you're interesting in I can take a few pics of it tomorrow. Well worth the money.

 

[sealandsky]

I bought the Weathertech Cargo liner for the Yukon/Tahoe and put it in the cargo area. I think it was originally meant to go on top of the 3rd row when their folded down, but It fits perfectly when the 3rd row is removed like mine. Iv been really happy with it so far. If that's something you're interesting in I can take a few pics of it tomorrow. Well worth the money.

Hi and thank you - I also have a WeatherTech cargo liner but am having trouble imagining how it will look with the seat gone. Please upload pics if possible.

 

[BlackYukon]

Hi and thank you - I also have a WeatherTech cargo liner but am having trouble imagining how it will look with the seat gone. Please upload pics if possible.

I'v been pleased with this setup. There's obvious better solution than just throwing a cargo liner down but for what it's worth I'm happy with it.

 

[gooffeyguy]

Wow that’s a pain and really limits storage

Actually, if I'm not mistaken, the 3rd row seats on the '15+ fold flat into the cargo floor.

 

[sealandsky]

I'v been pleased with this setup. There's obvious better solution than just throwing a cargo liner down but for what it's worth I'm happy with it.

I'v been pleased with this setup. There's obvious better solution than just throwing a cargo liner down but for what it's worth I'm happy with it.

I think I may be missing something here. If the 3rd row seat is removed, isn't there a significant depression where the seat was? If you put stuff on the cargo mat doesn't it sink down? Also, I do like the way you tucked the rear edge of the cargo mat under the loading scuff plate, although access to the rear under floor compartment is tough. Thank you for the photo.

 

[BlackYukon]

I think I may be missing something here. If the 3rd row seat is removed, isn't there a significant depression where the seat was? If you put stuff on the cargo mat doesn't it sink down? Also, I do like the way you tucked the rear edge of the cargo mat under the loading scuff plate, although access to the rear under floor compartment is tough. Thank you for the photo.

To be completely honest I never noticed the Depression until you pointed it out. If you're OCD about it you could cut a short piece of plywood too fit in the segment under the matt. Right now I have a cooler back there, a case of water and a backpack and nothing is sliding around or falling over.

 

[WilcoJunoHotel]

I did this on my 2017 Yukon and I just bought a 2019 Yukon and removed it as well.

I prefer the lower height and flat, level surface for loading. I rarely have even 3 passengers so the 3rd row was not necessary.

I've attached a file that shows my procedure.

 

[sealandsky]

I did this on my 2017 Yukon and I just bought a 2019 Yukon and removed it as well.

I prefer the lower height and flat, level surface for loading. I rarely have even 3 passengers so the 3rd row was not necessary.

I've attached a file that shows my procedure.

Thank you so much for the very detailed instructions for removal! Also, my compliments on your thoughtful finish work on the floor - very slick.

 

[hcvone]

Great detailed info, thank you. I'll keep the weight in for the winter, spring it comes out

 

[BCman]

Great post. The mandatory third row seats and raised load floor are a major drawback to the new Tahoe. I will make these changes ASAP.

 

[11bravo]

2007 Denali takes about 30 seconds to remove both third row seats. 1. Raise lever to fold forward, 2. Pull second lever to tilt back flat, 3. Yank ******* round bar, seat pops out. Not aware of difference in other similar models.