Repair Procedures: Replacement
CAUTION:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE:
- When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
- Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Remove the rear seat cushion assembly.
(Refer to Rear Seat - "REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY ")
- Remove the rear seat back assembly.
(Refer to Rear Seat - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
- Disconnect the rear seat frame connector (A).
[LH]
[RH]
- After loosening the mounting bolts and nuts, remove the rear seat frame assembly (A).
Tightening torque:
Bolt: 21.6 - 31.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9-23.1 lb-ft)
Nut: 9.6 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb-ft)
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Information
- Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.