Outboard recliner

1. Locate the spring clip between the recline cover and handle.
2. Remove the spring clip and slide the manual recline handle off the shaft.
   Fig 1: Identifying Spring Clip And Manual Recline Handle

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• Pull the strap through the cover.

1. NOTE: Note wire harness routing for installation.

   Remove 3 outboard recliner inner cover screws.

2. Separate the 2 cable retainers.
3. Separate the 2 cable ends.
4. Remove the 2 recliner-to-backrest frame bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
5. Remove the 2 recliner-to-cushion frame bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
     Fig 2: Identifying Outboard Recliner Mounting Bolts

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1. Remove the rivet, detach the cable and cover.
2. Separate the cable end from the recliner.
   Fig 3: Identifying Cable Retainer And Cable End

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Inboard recliner 

1. Release the clip and separate the strut.
2. Separate the J-clips.
3. Separate the hook-and-loop strips.
   Fig 4: Identifying Cushion Cover Related Components

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From under the seat, pull the inboard cushion cover retainers out from between the cushion frame and seat track.

1. Remove the 3 inboard recliner inner cover screws.
2. Separate the cable retainer and cable end.
3. Remove the 2 recliner-to-backrest frame bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
4. Remove the bolt and the safety belt buckle.
   • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
5. Remove the 2 recliner-to-cushion frame bolts.
   • To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
6. From behind the cable retainer, squeeze the ends together and separate.
   Fig 5: Identifying Inboard Recliner Mounting Screws

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1. Remove the rivet, detach the cable and cover.
2. Separate the cable end from the recliner.
   Fig 6: Identifying Cable Retainer And Cable End

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All seats