Front Seat Backrest: Removal

NOTE: Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.

Remove the front seat. Refer to: Front Seat .
1. If equipped. Disconnect the heated seat electrical connectors and position the wiring harness aside.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector and position the wiring harness aside.
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NOTE: Base seat shown, Recaro seat similar.

Detach the backrest cover straps and position the backrest cover aside.

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1. Remove the bolt cover.
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Remove the recline handle.
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1. If equipped. Release the tab and remove the height adjustment handle. Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
2. Remove the screw.
3. Slide forward and remove the side shield.
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1. Remove the screw.
2. Pull the recliner cover up then out.
3. Release the clip and remove the recliner cover.
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Remove the bolts and the front seat backrest.

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