Disassembly and Assembly

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Remove the seat cushion. For additional information, refer to FRONT SEAT CUSHION - CAPTAIN'S CHAIR AND 40 PERCENT in this article.
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Bolt - With Torque Specifications
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WARNING: The metal edges of seat cushion pan can be sharp.

Fig 2: Uncliping J-Clips

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Unclip the J-clips.
Position the upholstery and remove the pin-type retainers.

Fig 3: Removing Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the seat cushion foam pad from the frame.

CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat cushion trim cover from the hook-and-loop strip, or the hook-and-loop strip can be torn from the seat cushion foam.

Remove the upholstery hook-and-loop strip.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.