Rear Seat Recliner Replacement Split Bench

1. Remove the rear split bench seat. Refer to Rear 50-50 Split Seat Replacement .
2. Remove the outer trim panel from the seat cushions. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .



3. Move the seat back cover and the pad away in order to expose the seat back recliner bolts.
4. Remove the bolts from the seat back recliner.



5. Remove the recliner from the seat.



6. If required, remove the trim cover from the seat back recliner inner side.

1. If required, install the trim cover to the inner side of the seat back recliner.



2. Install the seat back recliner to the seat.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the bolts to the seat back recliner.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

4. Move the cover and the pad over the seat back recliner bolts.
5. Install the outer trim panel to the seat cushions. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
6. Install the split bench seat. Refer to Rear 50-50 Split Seat Replacement .

Rear Seat Recliner Replacement Bucket

1. Remove the rear bucket seat. Refer to Rear Bucket Seat Replacement .
2. Remove the outer trim panel from the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the inner trim panel from the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Inner Panel Replacement .



4. Disconnect the cable retainer from the seat back recliner, pushing up on the retainer.



5. Remove the cable from the seat back recliner.



6. Move away the seat back cover and pad in order to expose the seat back recliner bolts.
7. Remove the bolts from the seat back recliner.
8. Remove the recliner from the seat.

1. Install the seat back recliner to the seat.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the recliner seat back bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

3. Move the seat back cover and pad over the seat back recliner bolts.



4. Install the cable to the seat back recliner.



5. Install the cable retainer to the seat back recliner, pushing down on the retainer until fully seated.
6. Install the outer trim panel to the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
7. Install the inner trim panel to the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Inner Panel Replacement .
8. Install the rear bucket seat. Refer to Rear Bucket Seat Replacement .