Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Verify that the sliding mechanisms for the seat left adjuster (3), and the right adjuster (5), are in the same position when installed.

Install the adjuster (3,5) to the seat bottom frame.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolts (2) to the seat adjuster (3, 5).
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Seat Adjuster
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Perform the following if equipped:
1. Install seat adjuster lateral wire (3) to the adjusters.
2. Install the seat adjuster tie bar (2) to the adjusters.
3. Install the bolts (1) to the seat adjuster tie bar (2).
Tighten

Tighten bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb.in).

Fig 2: Installing Seat Adjuster Tie Bar
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Install the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire to the adjuster lock bar.

Fig 3: Installing Hooked End Of Seat Adjuster Locking Wire
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Squeeze the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire together.
Slide the retaining spring over the hooked end of the seat adjuster locking wire.

Fig 4: Sliding Retaining Spring Over Hooked End
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Install the adjuster return spring (1) to the seat adjuster (3).
Install the front bucket seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT .
Install the EZ entry adjuster cable to the seat adjuster. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - PASSENGER FRONT EZ ENTRY .
Enable the SIR system, if equipped with side impact inflatable restraints. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM or DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.

Fig 5: Installing Adjuster Return Spring
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