Third Row Seat Disassembly/Reassembly

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Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.

Remove the third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Release the hook (A) from under the seat cushion, and pull back the seat cushion cover (B) as needed. Remove the screw and release the hooks (C), then remove the pivot bolt cover (D) from both sides of the seat.

Fig 1: Identifying Back Seat Cushion Cover And Hook
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Using a TORX T30 bit, remove the pivot bolt securing the seat-back (A) and the seat cushion (B), then separate them.

Fig 2: Seat-Back, Seat Cushion And Pivot Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
If necessary, remove the front link cover (A) by releasing the hooks (B).

Fig 3: Removing Front Link Cover And Hooks
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the seat-back in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- To prevent wrinkles in the seat cushion cover, make sure the material is stretched evenly over the pad before securing the hook strip.
- Push the hooks into place securely.