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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the backrest folded down, release the backrest trim cover lower J-clip.
  2. Release the 2 backrest trim cover inside J-clips from the hard back panel.
  3. With the seat in the E-Z entry position, pull and remove the outboard pivot cover.
  4. Remove the pivot bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 23 N.m (17 lb-ft).
  5. Roll the trim cover up and remove the 2 recliner-to-backrest frame bolts. Remove the backrest.
    • To install, tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb-ft).
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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