Front Center Seat Backrest - Crew Cab/Super Cab: Removal

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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the front center seat. Refer to: Front Center Seat .
Lift the seat cushion
1. Release the seat cushion latch.
2. Lift the seat cushion.
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Remove the cup holder.

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Remove screws and the seat storage tray.

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Lower the seat cushion.

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Release the seat latch and fold the seat backrest down.

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Remove the head restraint guide sleeves. Refer to: Front Head Restraint Guide Sleeve .
Remove the rear cup holder assembly.
1. Release the rear cup holder assembly retainers.
2. Disconnect the auxiliary power point electrical connector.
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If equipped. Position the armrest storage compartment lid up.

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Remove the backrest latch cover.

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If equipped. Position the armrest storage compartment lid down.

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Remove the screws, release the retaining clip and remove the RH side shields.

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Remove the screws, release the retaining clips and remove the LH side shield.

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Release the seat latch and raise the seat backrest up.

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Remove the seatbelt anchor bolt.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (47 Nm)

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Remove the backrest.
1. Remove the stop bolt.
  Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
2. Remove the pivot bolt.
  Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)
3. Remove the backrest latch upper bolts.
  Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

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