Installation Procedure

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Install the power seat switch to the front seat cushion trim panel, if equipped.
Align the center screw mounting point to the seat frame.
Install the front seat cushion trim panel to the front seat.

Fig 1: Installing Power Seat Switch To Front Seat Cushion Trim Panel
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Install the center screw to the front seat cushion trim panel.
Tighten

Tighten the front seat cushion trim panel center screw to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Center Screw To Front Seat Cushion Trim Panel
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Place the front bucket seat to the most forward position.
Install the front screw to the front seat cushion trim panel.
Tighten

Tighten the front seat cushion trim panel front screw to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

Fig 3: Installing Front Screw To Front Seat Cushion Trim Panel
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Place the front bucket seat to the most rearward position.
Install the rear screw to the front seat cushion trim panel.
Tighten

Tighten the front seat cushion trim panel rear screw to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

Fig 4: Installing Rear Screw To Front Seat Cushion Trim Panel
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Important: The lumbar control knob splines must be properly aligned for proper fit.
Install the front seat lumbar control knob, pressing into place until fully seated.

Fig 5: Installing Front Seat Lumbar Control Knob
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Install the front seat back recliner handle. Refer to SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE REPLACEMENT - FRONT .

Fig 6: Installing Front Seat Back Recliner Handle Screw
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