Front Seat Back Recliner Outer Trim Panel Replacement

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the seat belt from the tensioner. Refer to Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Replacement .
2. Remove the front seat front finish panel. Refer to Front Seat Front Finish Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the driver seat adjuster switch mounting plate, if equipped. Refer to Driver Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement .
4. Remove the passenger seat adjuster switch mounting plate, if equipped. Refer to Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Replacement .

Procedure

1. Disengage the rear portion of the trim panel first by pulling outward at the retainer clip locations
2. Remove the outer trim panel by gently pulling the trim panel forward off the front finish panel bracket.
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
4. If replacing the trim panel, transfer components as necessary.