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Removal Procedure

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Important:  The front seat recliner is an integral part of the front seat back frame. If the recliner needs to be replaced then the entire front seat back frame must be replaced.

  1. Remove the front seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - BUCKET   . 
  2. Remove the seat back cover. Refer to SEAT BACK COVER REPLACEMENT - FRONT   . 
  3. Separate the seat back pad from the seat back frame (1).
  4. Replace the entire seat back frame (1) and recliner assembly (4).
    Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Back Frame And Recliner Assembly
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