Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the head rest, if necessary. Refer to HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT .
- Fold the rear seat back cushion to the down position.
- Remove the 2 plastic hinge covers (1) from the back seat back cushion cover.
- Remove the rear seat back trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT BACK (LEFT) or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT BACK (RIGHT) .
- Remove the center rear seat belt retractor, if necessary. Refer to SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - CENTER REAR in Seat Belts.
- Remove the hinge bolts (2) from the rear seat back cushion (3).
- Remove the following components from the vehicle:
- The 2 seat back pivot support bolts
- The rear seat back cushion (3)