Removal And Installation: Armrest: Removal

NOTE: For parts identification and location, REFER to Seat - Exploded View .

Remove the 2 center head restraint guide sleeves. REFER to Head Restraint Guide Sleeve .
Open the backrest cover.
1. Detach the backrest cover J-clips at the bottom of the seat backrest.
2. Remove the 4 pin-type retainers.
3. Detach the 4 backrest cover inner J-clips attached to the hard back panel.
4. Detach the hook-and-loop strips.
Fig 1: Identifying Backrest Cover J-Clips, Pin-Type Retainers And Hook-And-Loop Strips
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Pull the backrest cover out.

Fig 2: Locating Backrest Cover
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Remove the armrest.
1. Remove the 3 screws.
2. Remove the 3 armrest-to-backrest frame bolts.
  - To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
3. Detach the 2 retaining clips.
4. Pull out at the front and remove the armrest assembly.
Fig 3: Identifying Armrest Assembly, Retaining Clips, Armrest-To-Backrest Frame Bolts And Screws
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