Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove rear seat from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement.
2. Remove rear seat back cushion and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.
3. Remove rear seat head restraint adjuster actuator cable. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint Adjuster Actuator Cable Replacement.
4. Remove rear seat belt buckle. Refer to Rear Seat Belt Buckle Replacement.

1

Rear Seat Back Cushion Frame Latch Bolt (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tip
Adjust the seat rearward to access the nuts.

Tighten
45 N·m (33 lb ft)

2

Rear Seat Back Cushion Frame

Procedure

1. Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
2. Transfer any parts as needed.

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.

1

Rear Seat Back Cushion Frame (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
35 N·m (26 lb ft)

2

Rear Seat Back Cushion Frame

Procedure

1. Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
2. Transfer any parts as needed.

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.

1

Rear Seat Back Frame Bolt (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

2

Rear Seat Back Frame

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector if equipped with heated seats.
2. Transfer parts as needed.