For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise the seat to the full up position.
- Remove the seat. Refer to Driver and Passenger Seat Replacement .
- Remove the finish panel. Refer to Driver Seat Outer Finish Panel Replacement or to Passenger Seat Outer Finish Panel Replacement .
- Remove the seat cushion cover. Refer to Driver Seat Cushion Cover Replacement or to Passenger Seat Cushion Cover Replacement .
- Remove the hinge pin nuts and the hinge pins.
- Lay the seatback down .
- Remove the seat from the adjuster attaching screws.
- Remove the screws attaching the recliner mechanism to the seat frame.
- Remove the recliner mechanism.
Installation Procedure
- Install the recliner mechanism to the seat frame.
- Install the seat adjusters to the seat.
- Apply Loctite™ 271 to the bolts and secure the adjuster to the seat.
- Install the hinge bolts, seatback release cables, and nuts.
- Install the seat cushion cover. Refer to Driver Seat Cushion Cover Replacement or to Passenger Seat Cushion Cover Replacement .
- Install the finish panel. Refer to Driver Seat Outer Finish Panel Replacement or to Passenger Seat Outer Finish Panel Replacement .
- Install the seat. Refer to Driver and Passenger Seat Replacement .
Important: Do not lubricate the seatback recliner mechanism.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
Important: Use a tread locking compound on the hinge bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
