Removal Procedure
- Remove the rear seat assembly. Refer to
Rear Seat Replacement
.
- Remove the bolt (2).
- Remove the rear seat hinge (3).
- Gently pry the rear body side lower garnish molding plastic retainers and remove the molding (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the rear body side lower garnish molding (1) to the vehicle. Ensure that the plastic retainers are fully seated.
- Install the rear seat hinge (3) to the rear body side lower garnish molding (1).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the bolt (2) to the rear seat hinge (3).
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat hinge bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Install the rear seat assembly. Refer to
Rear Seat Replacement
.