Front bench won't release to lift it out

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I have a 2007 gem car. I can’t get the front bench seat to lift up and out to check water level in batteries. I had A 2001 gem car. The front bench seat just lift up and out.

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Grab the strap and give it a really good tug upwards. They can be quite difficult to get to release. I’d guess it takes a good 50lbs or more of force to get mine free. I’m always afraid I’m going to break something when I do it but it’s been good so far.

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Thanks so very much. That worked. Was afraid I’d break the strap. But got it released and seat removed. Appreciate your time.

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Next time you have it up- put a few drops of dish soap in the rubber cup and chase them around in there with your finger. See if that helps.

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Thanks so much for this tip. I will definitely try this. Thanks for your time