Installation Procedure
- Install the seat back to the seat cushion frame and install the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- If the seat back cover is being replaced, transfer the seat cover upper wire to the new seat back cover.
- Install the seat back pad to the foam.
- Install the pad backing to the tabs on the seat back frame.
- Install the seat back cover trim starting at the top.
- Install the head restraint guides to the seat back frame.
- Snap the seat back cover wire to the wire retainer.
- Install the remaining seat back cover trim by folding the trim down.
- Connect the hook retainers to the seat back cover bottom.
- If equipped, install the lumbar knob by pushing firmly on the knob.
- Install the inner recliner cover and fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the fasteners to 25 N.m (22 lb in).
- Install the outer set finish panel. Refer to Finish Panel Replacement - Front Seat - Front (Inner) or Finish Panel Replacement - Front Seat - Front (Outer) .
- On manual seats, install the recliner handle. Refer to Seat Back Recliner Handle Replacement - Front .
- Install the seat into the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.