Third Row Seat-Back Recline Lever Replacement

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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 kink the seat-back recline cable.

Remove the left third row seat or right third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the seat-back (see THIRD ROW SEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY ).
Pry out the lid (A), and remove the screws securing the third row seat-back recline lever (B).

Fig 1: Removing Third Row Seat-Back Recline Lever And Screws
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the back cover (see step 4 under Third Row Seat-Back Recline Lever Replacement ), then release the hooks from behind the seat-back, as needed (see step 7 under Third Row Seat Cover Replacement ).
Remove the outer latch cover (see step 5 under Third Row Seat Latch Replacement ).
Disconnect the seat-back recline cable (see step 7 under Third Row Seat Latch Replacement ).
Remove the clips, then remove the seat-back recline lever (A) with the recline cable (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Seat-Back Recline Lever, Recline Cable And Clips
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the lever in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Make sure the recline cable is connected securely.
- Make sure the seat unlatches properly and latches securely.