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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tool Required

J 42372 Head Rest Removal Tool

Removal Procedure

Head restraints are the double-post type that are adjustable up or down. Only the solid-type head restraints have serviceable trim covers.

Use J 42372 in order to remove the head restraints. The rear seat head restraint has only 1 locking post.


    Object Number: 317093  Size: SH
  1. Raise the head restraint to a full up position.
  2. Push the head restraint down just far enough in order to center the locking clip (4) in the guide between the detents on the posts (3).
  3. Insert J 42372 down the detent side of the post (3).
  4. Hold the tool down, and at the same time, lift the head restraint upward in order to disengage the detent (3) from the guide (4).
  5. Lift the restraint out.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 317093  Size: SH
  1. Install the head restraint posts (1) into the guides.
  2. Push the head restraint to a full down position.
  3. Raise the head restraint in order to ensure that the restraint stops at the detent (3).
  4. Return the head restraint to its original position.