Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement 2 Door

1. Remove the rear compartment panel, if equipped. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.
2. Pull up on the rear seat back cushion latch release knobs. Fold the rear seat back cushion forward.
3. Remove the rear floor carpet (3) from the rear seat back cushion (1) by releasing the velcro (4). Position the carpet (3) aside in order to gain access to the seat back cushion mounting bolts.
4. Gently pry loose and remove the rear seat recliner lower finish covers (2,5).



5. Remove the rear seat recliner rear mounting bolts (2).
6. Return the seat back cushion (1) to the upright position in order to gain the necessary access to the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt.



7. Pull the rear seat pull strap (2) while raising the back of the rear seat cushion (1).



8. Remove the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt (3) from each side of the seat back cushion (1).
9. Remove the seat back cushion (1) from the vehicle.

1. Install the rear seat back cushion (1) to the vehicle. Secure the cushion with the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt (3) at each side. Do not tighten fully at this time.




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 rear seat recliner rear mounting bolts (2).

Tighten
Tighten the rear seat recliner mounting bolts to 35 N·m (25 lb ft).

3. Lower the seat cushion.
4. Pull up on the rear seat back cushion latch release knobs. Fold the rear seat back cushion forward.



5. Install the rear seat recliner lower finish covers (2, 5).
6. Install the rear floor carpet (3) to the rear seat back cushion (1). Ensure that the velcro (4) is secured to the seat back cushion.
7. Return the rear seat back cushion (1) to the upright position.
8. Install the rear compartment panel, if equipped. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.