Second Row Bucket Seat has a Broken Armrest

[mattjones]

So somehow one of my second row seats got a broken armrest the weekend before last. I think the seat was folded and tumbled forward when the arm was damaged. It's like it hangs a little looser than it should. It goes a little bit out from the chair and hangs lower than it should. Any idea how to fix it? It almost seems like a screw needs to be tightened somewhere that it connects to the seat.

Here's a picture, I'll try to take more if you guys want me to:

 

[Jdenton13]

That round cap on the armrest pops off and you can take it off from there. I don't remember if its a bolt or nut. I've never taken one off but there might be a stop or something in there that it popped past. Hope this helps.

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[DMOGIRL]

same thing happened to mine. thankfully it is still under warranty and they fixed it. i blamed it on my kids jumping on the arms.

 

[electro]

Mines broken like yours...

p.s. this pic is HUGE.

Anyone have any advice for an '02?

 

[mattjones]

Mines broken like yours...

p.s. this pic is HUGE.

Anyone have any advice for an '02?

Sorry. I took a few more that are clearer and hopefully not quite as large. It looks like I just need to tighten a nut, but I need to figure out how to get a socket wrench in there. Hopefully I can reach it with an extender.

Also, don't pay attention to the loose stitching on there.

 

[floggump]

Did you ever get a fix for the armrests? Same issue on mine, and I know it's common, with others having the same issue. Dealer fix is not an option.

 

[mattjones]

Did you ever get a fix for the armrests? Same issue on mine, and I know it's common, with others having the same issue. Dealer fix is not an option.

Yeah, sorry for not posting a follow-up earlier. I basically just had to tighten that bolt inside the armrest and that took care of it for the most part. I needed one of these in order to reach it:

At the time I had no idea what size I needed, but the people at Advance were nice enough to let me take sockets out to my truck in order to figure out which one was the right size before I bought it.

 

[Bullitt3055]

Avoid lowering and raising the armrest after it's been repaired and everything will be fine.

 

[FishinCricket]

Avoid lowering and raising the armrest after it's been repaired and everything will be fine.

lol, well then that really isn't a "fix" at all, is it? (Though I'm positive it's cheaper than the alternative)

 

[garymyman]

Mine has the same problem. But tightening the bolt does nothing. It feels like the piece inside the chair's upright portion is loose.

I take it there's no easy fix, besides taking it to an upholster shop or, worse, the dealership?

 

[raress9596]

I have an even dumber problem. The plastic cap broke off on my armrest. I found it lying on the floor. I want to buy a new one but can't find a part #. It's under warranty but it means two trips to the dealer which I don't have time for. I'd rather replace it myself.

 

[M_Kingston]

I have the same problem with mine...any help on the part number would be great.

Thanks

 

[raress9596]

Looks like you have to buy a complete armrest? haven't had any luck.

---------- Post added at 02:11 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:05 PM ----------

I have the same problem with mine...any help on the part number would be great.

Thanks

Just found this by doing a Google search. Doh.

http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40659

 

[raress9596]

Part number is...15279689
Dealer had one in stock which is amazing! Told me this is a common issue and they keep one in stock at all times. $6.12. I paid for it though it's unde warranty. My time is too precious to have to make an appointment fo service. Parts guy told me to contact G.M. To get reimbursed. Can you imagine, lol!

 

[Ronald3938]

2007 GMC Yukon Denali

Did any of you guys ever figure out how to remove and/or repair your 2nd row armrest. I have the same issue with mine but cant find any information on how to remove it. I tried sticking my arm up inside the back of the seat but couldnt feel anything. Everybody says this is a common issue but I cant find any info on a fix for it. Mine is just hanging by the bolt and I cant remove or tighten the bolt. Someone please help.

 

[GM Customer Service]

Ronald3938,

Hello! I am sorry to learn that you are experiencing an issue with your vehicle regarding the 2nd row armrest. I might be able to give you any technical advice but I would like to look into this concern for you. Please private message me if I can be of any assistance.

Regards,

Jennifer T.
GM Customer Care

 

[jack oderland]

Have the same problem with mine Escalade 2011 ESV :/ Armrest pointing at the floor all the time....
I have ordered the plastic cap but need some advice on tool to use to tighten up the armrest if possible.

Living in Sweden and the only dealer here says a new chair is needed lol?!

 

[DeanJ]

Sorry. I took a few more that are clearer and hopefully not quite as large. It looks like I just need to tighten a nut, but I need to figure out how to get a socket wrench in there. Hopefully I can reach it with an extender.

Also, don't pay attention to the loose stitching on there.

The shaft is a 5mm hex, use a 1/4 drive 5mm socket on a extension shaft through a 13mm deep 3/8 drive socket. Hold the 13mm deep socket with a visegrip while counter clock wise on the 1/4 shaft 5mm socket. This will tighten the nut on the shaft. Other wise the shaft spins when turning the 13mm nut.

 

[denalianyone]

13mm deep socket is what worked to tighten mines. No vice grip was needed.


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[langsbr]

Does anyone know what, if available, the part number is for the the armrest stud? It appears that possibly in 2011, they changed from a stud to a bolt, and notes say that the stud may need to be removed. Mine is cross threaded, and I cannot get the nut to tighten enough. I was able to get the stud out, but I can't find a part number for it, or the replacement bolt.