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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1349136  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement.
  2. Remove the fastener from the rear seat back latch and pull the latch out from the seat back assembly.

  3. Object Number: 986676  Size: SH
  4. Detach the latch cable from the latch.

  5. Object Number: 986321  Size: SH
  6. If you are going to replace the cable, disconnect the latch cable at the seat recliner mechanism.

  7. Object Number: 981476  Size: SH
  8. Open the J-strip at the bottom of the seat cover.

  9. Object Number: 986695  Size: SH
  10. Pull the cable out from the seat back assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 986695  Size: SH
  1. If you are replacing the cable, route the cable through the rear seat back.

  2. Object Number: 987263  Size: SH
  3. Connect the latch cable to the recliner mechanism.

  4. Object Number: 986676  Size: SH
  5. Connect the J-strip at the bottom of the seat cover.
  6. Connect the latch cable to the latch assembly.
  7. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1349136  Size: SH
  8. Install the latch to the seat back with a fastener and tighten to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
  9. Install the rear seat. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement.