Third Row Seat Latch Cable Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
Take care not to kink the cables.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Remove the third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove these items from the seat frame:
- Seat-back cover/pad (see THIRD ROW SEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY )
- Seat cushion cover/pad (see THIRD ROW SEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY )
Reassemble the left seat-back frame and left seat cushion frame (see step 11 in THIRD ROW SEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY )
From the back of the seat foot (A), detach the clips, then remove the rear cover (B).

Fig 1: Removing Rear Cover (Left Third Row Seat)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Cover (Right Third Row Seat)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the latch cable from the latch (see step 3 in OUTER )
Release the wire tie (A) fastening the latch cable (B) on the foot frame (C).

Fig 3: Releasing Wire Tie Fastening Latch Cable On Foot Frame
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Release the wire ties (A) fastening the latch cable (B) on the seat cushion frame (C), then remove the cable.

Fig 4: Releasing Wire Ties Fastening Latch Cable On Seat Cushion Frame
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the latch cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the latch cables are connected securely.
- Make sure the third row seat latches and unlatches properly.