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Motor - Seat Track - Driver Seat - Remove and Replace: Install

  1. Install the track motor bridge to the inboard seat track.
    NOTE: The track motor cable is keyed square and must be aligned with the inboard track. Turn the cable by hand to align as needed. Slide the track motor bridge into the inboard track till it is fully and securely seated.
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  2. Install the outboard seat track to the track motor bridge.
    NOTE: The track motor cable is keyed square and must be aligned with the inboard track. Turn the cable by hand to align as needed. Slide the track motor bridge into the inboard track till it is fully and securely seated.
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  3. Install new bolts (x2) to attach the driver seat track motor to the seat cushion frame.

    23 Nm (17.0 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T50 Bit Stubby
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  4. Connect the electrical harness to the driver seat track motor connector.
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  5. Install the harness clip to the seat track motor.
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  6. Reposition the LH front seat.
    NOTE: Take care when moving the seat. Ensure the carpet is not damaged.
  7. Secure the LH front seat harness under the LH front cabin carpet.
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  8. Install the LH front seat harness to the sill trim clips (x3).
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  9. Move the LH front seat backward, and install the LH front seat front fasteners (x2).

    33.5 Nm (24.7 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx Plus T45 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  10. Move the LH front seat forward, and install the LH front seat rear fasteners (x2).

    33.5 Nm (24.7 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx Plus T45 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  11. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH - Remove and Replace .
  12. Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH - Remove And Replace .
  13. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH - Remove And Replace .
  14. On the touchscreen, tap Service > Driver Seat, Steering, & Mirrors Calibration > START  , and allow the routine to complete.
  15. Move the LH front seat to original position.
  16. Raise all windows and close all doors.