Removal Procedure
- Move the seat to the full-up position.
- Remove the finish trim panel. Refer to Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement .
- Remove the recliner tilt handle screws (2).
- Position the lower seat cushion cover in order to gain access to the lower recliner bolts (2).
- Remove the lower recliner bolts (2).
- Disengage the inner hinge pin and the hinge bolt from the hinge support in order to remove the seat back left front, AM6).
- Remove the inner and outer pivot bolts.
- Remove the spacer and the bushing (right front, AM6).
- Remove the seat back.
Remove the retainers (left front seat, AM6).
Installation Procedure
- Engage the inner hinge pin and the hinge bolt to the hinge support in order to install the seat back (left front, AM6).
- Install the inner and outer pivot bolts.
- Install the lower recliner bolts (2).
- Position the lower seat cushion cover over the recliner bolts (2).
- Install the recliner tilt handle screws (2).
- Install the finish panel. Refer to Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement .
- Place the seat back to the original position.
Install the spacer and bushing (right front, AM6).
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 inner and outer pivot bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the lower recliner bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Install the retainers (left front, AM6).
Tighten
Tighten the recliner tilt handle screws (2) to 3 N·m (27 lb in).
