Re: Recliner won't stay back Spring tensions are off. Flip it upside-down and you will see two springs on the bottom, parallel to the metal recliner mechanism. On some recliners there is a wingnut and you can adjust tension fore and aft.
Jan 21, 2020 · • Extend your recliner upwards and flip it over so that you can see the underside of the footrest. The aim of this is to reach the footrest screws. • Next, locate where the bracket that connects the footrest to the recliner and see if any screws are missing, loose, or damaged. You should also check if the screw holes are worn out.