Removal Procedure
- Partially remove the seat back cover and pad. Refer to
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.
- Remove the latch release cables (1) from the latch release mechanism, located at the bottom of the seat back frame.
- Remove the head restraint release cable (2) from the left hand hinge bracket.
- Remove the bolts (2) that retain the latch bracket to the hinge bracket.
- Remove the bolts (1) that retain the hinge bracket to the seat back frame.
- Remove the hinge bracket from the seat back frame.
Installation Procedure
- Position the hinge bracket to the seat back frame.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the hinge bracket to the seat back frame with 2 bolts (1).
Tighten
Tighten the seat back hinge bolts to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
- Install the latch bracket to the hinge bracket with 2 bolts (2).
Tighten
Tighten the seat back hinge bolts to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
- Install the latch release cables (1) to the latch release mechanism, located at the bottom of the seat back frame.
- Install the head restraint release cable (2) the left hand hinge bracket.
- Install the seat back cover and pad. Refer to
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.