Removal Procedure

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Remove the front bucket seat assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
Remove the seat cushion trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
Remove the seat belt anchor nut.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Seat Belt Anchor Nut
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Fig 2: Identifying J Strips

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Release the J-strips (1,4) across the bottom of the seat back cover.

IMPORTANT: When separating the hook and loop retaining strips on the seat cover, do not pull the adhesive-backed band from the seat pad.

Remove the pushpins (3) securing the seat cover (2) to the seat frame.
Carefully separate the hook and loop retaining strips, and lift the seat cover in order to expose the lower half of the seat back pad.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Seat Cover
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Remove the seat back pivot bolt.

Fig 4: Locating Seat Back Pivot Bolt
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Remove the 2 bolts from the seat back recliner arm.

Fig 5: Locating Seat Back Recliner Arm Bolts
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Remove the seat back assembly from the seat adjuster.