Removal And Installation

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WARNING: All seatbelt components must be inspected and corrected as part of any collision repair. Inspect all seatbelt components as prescribed by Safety Belt Inspection and Repair After a Collision . Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect operation of the seatbelt system and increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.

1.

Position the third row seat backrest downward.

2.

Release the seat backrest cover J-clips.

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3.

With the seat backrest cover and cushion positioned aside, remove the bolt and the child safety seat tether anchor.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

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4.

WARNING: Always tighten the child safety seat tether anchor/bolt to specification. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the child's safety seat being incorrectly secured, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death to the child in a sudden stop or crash.

NOTE: Inspect the seat for damage. If the seat is found to be damaged, install new seat components.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

5.

Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to the appropriate Functional Test in Component Test .