Installation Procedure

Important:  Do not lubricate the seatback recliner mechanism.

1. Install the recliner mechanism to the seat frame.
2. Install the cables to the actuators.
3. Securely snap the cable retaining clips to the actuators with the tabs up.
   Fig 1: Installing Recliner Mechanism To Seat Frame

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4. Install the seat adjusters to the seat if removed.
   NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
5. Apply Loctite™ 271 to the bolts and secure the adjuster to the seat.

   Tighten 

   Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb in).

   Fig 2: Installing Seat Adjusters To Seat

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   Important:  Use a tread locking compound on the hinge bolts.

6. Install the hinge bolts, seatback release cables, and nuts.

   Tighten 

   Tighten the hinge bolt nuts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

   Fig 3: Hinge Bolts, Seatback Release Cables & Nuts

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7. Install the seat cushion trim cover. Refer to SEAT CUSHION TRIM COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT .
   Fig 4: Seat Cushion Trim Cover

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8. Install the side trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
   Fig 5: Side Trim Panel

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9. Install the recliner handle.
   1. Position the handle retaining spring clip into the lock position.
   2. Snap the handle onto the reclining mechanism shaft.
   Fig 6: Recliner Handle

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10. Install the seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT (POWER)  or SEAT REPLACEMENT (MANUAL) .
    Fig 7: Seat

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