Removal and Installation

All vehicles 

1. Remove the 60 percent rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest - Rear  .

   Hybrid vehicle 

2. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the duct end seal.
   Fig 1: Location of Pin-Type Retainers And Duct End Seal

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   All vehicles 

3. Separate the 4 pin-type retainers attaching the armrest pocket cover to the backrest frame.
   Fig 2: Location of Pin-Type Retainers

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4. Remove the armrest assembly.
   1. Disengage the backrest cover lower J-strips.
   2. Remove the 4 armrest-to-backrest bolts and armrest assembly.
      • For installation, adjust the armrest horizontally as needed for good fit.
      • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
   Fig 3: Identifying Armrest-To-Backrest Bolts

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5. Disassemble the armrest assembly in the following sequence.
   1. Remove the cup holder rubber insert.
   2. Remove 2 pin-type retainers and the cup holder.
   3. Remove 2 armrest pivot bolts and armrest bracket.
      • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
   4. Release the armrest cover clip, invert and remove.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.