For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the front bucket seat assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
- Remove the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
- Remove the seat belt anchor nut.
- Release the J-strips (1, 4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.
- Remove the push-pins (3) securing the seat cover (2) to the seat frame.
- Carefully separate the hook and loop retaining strips, and lift the seat cover in order to expose the lower half of the seat back pad.
- Remove the seat back pivot bolt.
- Remove the 2 bolts from the seat back recliner arm.
- Remove the seat back assembly from the seat adjuster.
Important: When separating the hook and loop retaining strips on the seat cover, do not pull the adhesive-backed band from the seat pad.
Installation Procedure
- Install the seat back to the seat adjuster.
- Install the seat back to the seat back recliner arm with the 2 bolts.
- Install the seat back pivot bolt.
- Pull the seat back cover down over the seat back pad.
- Attach the hook and loop retaining strips by running your hand over the seat cover.
- Fasten the J-strips (1, 4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.
- Install the seat cover flaps (2) to the seat frame with push-pins (3).
- Install the seat belt anchor.
- Install the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
- Install the front bucket seat assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts for the seat back recliner arm to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the seat back pivot bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the seat belt anchor nut to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).
