Second-Row Seat Installation

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Set the seat's strikers on the front floor anchors.

Fig 1: Setting Seat's Strikers On Front Floor Anchors
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Supporting the seat with your hands, slowly lower the seat back rearwards to lock it in place.
Raise the recliner lever and raise the seat back upright.
Inspect the seat to ensure it is firmly locked in place.

Fig 2: Lowering Seat Back Rearwards To Lock
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