Third-Row Seat Cushion Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

When performing the procedure with a third-row seat cushion removed from the vehicle, perform the procedure on a clean cloth so as not to damage or dirty the seat.

While moving the third-row seat cushion lock levers in the direction of arrows (1) shown in the figure, lift up the third-row seat cushion in the direction of arrows (2) and detach the third-row seat cushion lock from the third-row seat cushion.

Fig 1: Lifting Up Third-Row Seat Cushion
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Disconnect the connectors.

Fig 2: Third-Row Seat Cushion Connectors
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Insert your right hand into the position where the hook can be felt from the underside of the third-row seat cushion in the posture shown in the figure, and insert your left hand between the third-row seat cushion and the third-row seat back.

Fig 3: Third-Row Seat Hand Insertion Positions
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While pressing the third-row seat cushion in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, lift up the hook (LH) in the direction of arrow (2), and detach it from the seat cushion frame.

Fig 4: Detaching Hook (LH) From Seat Cushion Frame
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Insert your left hand into the position where the hook can be felt from the underside of the third-row seat cushion in the posture shown in the figure, and insert your right hand between the third-row seat cushion and the third-row seat back.

Fig 5: Third-Row Seat Hand Insertion Positions
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While pressing the third-row seat cushion in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, lift up the hook (RH) in the direction of arrow (2), and detach it from the seat cushion frame.

Fig 6: Detaching Hook (RH) From Seat Cushion Frame
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Remove the third-row seat cushion.
Install in the reverse order of removal.