Front Seat Backrest: Installation
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Install the recline handle.
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Tighten the bolt.
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Push the recline handle fully toward the inboard side of the seat, then release the pressure on the recline handle.
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On both sides, immobilize the recline shaft using the locking pliers clamped to the shaft and flush up against the side of the recliner. Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
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If the clearance between the inboard push nut and the bushing exceeds 0.5 mm (0.019 in), install a 0.5 mm (0.019 in) feeler gauge or shim between the inboard push nut and the bushing and slide the inboard push nut tight against the feeler gauge or shim. Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
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Remove the bolt.
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Remove the recline handle.
- Push the outboard push nut (located behind recline handle) flush to the outboard bushing.
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Verify the clearance between the outboard push nut and bushing is between 0.3 mm and 1.0 mm (0.011 in and 0.039 in). Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
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Install the side shield.
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Install the screw.Torque
: 27 lb.in (3.0 Nm)
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If equipped. Install the height adjustment handle.
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Install the recline handle.
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Tighten the bolt.Torque
: 35 lb.in (4.0 Nm)
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Install the bolt cover.
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Attach the electrical harness to the recliner cover clip.
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Install the recliner cover.
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Tighten the screw.Torque
: 27 lb.in (3.0 Nm)
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Install the front seat. REFER to: Front Seat