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Installation Procedure

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  1. Attach the recliner cable to the recliner mechanism.
  2. Install the drive cable, if equipped with a power recliner.
  3. Install the U-channel (1).
    Fig 1: Installing U-Channel
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the recliner screw (5).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Install the front recliner attachment bolts (4).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

  6. Attach the recliner cable (1) to the folding mechanism (3).
    Fig 2: Recliner Cable, Folding Mechanism, Attachment Bolts & Screw
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  7. Attach the bolts holding the seat back folding mechanism.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Bolts Holding Seat Back Folding Mechanism
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  8. Install the outboard pivot bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  9. Install the seat back frame. Refer to Seat Back Frame Replacement-Front   . 
  10. Install the seat cushion frame. Refer to Seat Cushion Frame Replacement-Front   . 
  11. Install the seat trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement-Front Seat   . 
  12. Install the front seat in the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement-Front Bucket   . 
    Fig 4: Installing Outboard Pivot Bolt
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