Installation Procedure

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Attach the recliner cable to the recliner mechanism.
Install the drive cable, if equipped with a power recliner.

Fig 1: Installing U-Channel

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Install the U-channel (1).

Fig 2: Installing Recliner Cable, Attachment Bolts & Recliner Screw

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the recliner screw (5).
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the front recliner attachment bolts (4).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).
Attach the recliner cable (1) to the folding mechanism (3).

Fig 3: Installing Seat Back Folding Mechanism Bolts

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Attach the bolts holding the seat back folding mechanism.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 4: Installing Outboard Pivot Bolt

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Install the outboard pivot bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
Install the seat back frame. Refer to Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front .
Install the seat cushion frame. Refer to Seat Cushion Frame Replacement - Front .
Install the seat trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Front Seat .
Install the front seat in the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .