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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 752863  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front bucket seat assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket.
  2. Remove the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement.
  3. Remove the seat belt anchor nut.

  4. Object Number: 752846  Size: SH
  5. Release the J-strips (1, 4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.
  6. Note: When separating the hook and loop retaining strips on the seat cover, do not pull the adhesive-backed band from the seat pad.

  7. Remove the push-pins (3) securing the seat cover (2) to the seat frame.
  8. 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.

  9. Object Number: 752830  Size: SH
  10. Remove the seat back pivot bolt.

  11. Object Number: 752837  Size: SH
  12. Remove the 2 bolts from the seat back recliner arm.
  13. Remove the seat back assembly from the seat adjuster.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the seat back to the seat adjuster.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 752837  Size: SH
  3. Install the seat back to the seat back recliner arm with the 2 bolts and tighten to 55 N·m (41 lb ft)

  4. Object Number: 752830  Size: SH
  5. Install the seat back pivot bolt and tighten to 35 N·m (26 lb ft)

  6. Object Number: 752842  Size: SH
  7. Pull the seat back cover down over the seat back pad.
  8. Attach the hook and loop retaining strips by running your hand over the seat cover.

  9. Object Number: 752846  Size: SH
  10. Fasten the J-strips (1, 4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.
  11. Install the seat cover flaps (2) to the seat frame with push-pins (3).

  12. Object Number: 752863  Size: SH
  13. Install the seat belt anchor and tighten to 55 N·m (41 lb ft)
  14. Install the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement.
  15. Install the front bucket seat assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket.