Removal Procedure
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- Remove the front seat from the vehicle. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - FRONT BUCKET .
- Remove the seat trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - FRONT SEAT .
- Remove the seat cushion frame. Refer to SEAT CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Remove the seat back frame. Refer to SEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Remove the outboard pivot bolt.
- Remove the bolts holding the seat back folding mechanism.
- Unsnap the recliner cable (1) from the folding mechanism (3).
- Remove the front recliner attachment bolts (4).
- Remove the recliner screw (5).
- Remove the U-channel (1).
- Remove the drive cable, if equipped with a power recliner.
- Disconnect the recliner cable from the recliner mechanism.
- Remove the recliner from the seat frame.