For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the seat back trim cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
- Remove the seat back free play retention cable from the rear of the seat back (passenger seat only).
- Push down on the seat cushion to expose the hinge bolt nuts.
- Remove the right and left hinge bolt nuts.
- Remove the release cables from the hinge bolts.
- Remove the release cable mechanism from the upper seat back by depressing the taps and pushing the release lever out of the seat back frame.
- Remove the bezel from the release lever by spreading the bezel locking tabs.
Installation Procedure
- Insert the release cables through the opening in the upper seat back frame.
- Snap the release lever mechanism to the seat back frame.
- Route the cables.
- Install the release cables to the right and left hinges inserting the locking pins in the notches.
- Apply Loctite™ 271 to the hinge bolts.
- Install the nuts to the right and left hinge bolts.
- Install the seat back free play retention cable (passenger seat only).
- Install the seat back trim cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
- Install the release lever bezel.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the hinge bolt nuts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
