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Trim - Cushion And Backrest Bolster - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim on the seat cushion, and then install the hog rings (x9) that attach the trim to the cushion.
    NOTE: Starting at the front of the seat cushion, install the hog rings working towards the back while firmly pressing the Velcro in place on both LH and RH sides of the seat cushion foam. Continue process until the trim is fully installed on the seat cushion foam.

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

    • Hog ring pliers
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  2. Route the seat cushion heater connector through the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim.
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  3. Position the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim on the seat assembly.
    NOTE: Position the seat cushion on the seat, and then place the trim headrest upholstery on the seat assembly headrest. Ensure the seatbelt buckle inserts into the seat cushion.
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  4. Install the LH side foam bolster on the seat assembly.
    NOTE: Slide the side air bag upholstery pouch through the LH side foam bolster.
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  5. Install the studs (x2) that attach the side air bag to the upholstery air bag pouch.
    NOTE: Maneuver the air bag into the pouch. Once in place, slowly slide the air bag downward and position the studs through the pouch.
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  6. Install the nuts (x2) that attach the air bag to the seat.

    10 N.m (7.4 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
    • 3/8 in Dr. Flare Nut Crowfoot Socket x 13 mm
    • Combination wrench 12 pt 13 mm
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  7. Install the screws (x2) that attach the seat back assembly to the seat assembly.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

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

    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  8. Carefully install the RH side foam bolster on the seat assembly.
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  9. Install the J-hooks (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim to the seat back assembly.
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  10. Install the J-clips (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim headrest upholstery to the seat assembly.
    NOTE: Press the J-clips into the seat assembly with a plastic trim tool to fully secure.

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

    • Plastic trim tool
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  11. Install the screws (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim headrest upholstery to the seat assembly.

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

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

    • PH2 Phillips screwdriver
    • PH2 Phillips screwdriver bit
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  12. Install the Velcro straps (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim to the seat back frame.
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  13. Install the J-hooks (x3) that attach the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim to the spring mat.
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  14. Install the J-clip that attaches the LH 2nd row seat cushion and backrest bolster trim to the seat assembly.
    NOTE: Starting at the outer LH rear corner, install the upper cushion upholstery on the seat frame.

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

    • Plastic trim tool
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  15. Route the seatbelt through the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Ensure that the seatbelt anchor escutcheon is routed onto the seatbelt prior to the seatbelt anchor being routed through seat cushion. Do not install seatbelt the anchor escutcheon at this time.
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  16. Install the LH 2nd row seatbelt escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  17. Install the LH 2nd row seat seat back cover. See COVER - SEAT BACK - 2ND ROW SEAT - LH (6 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  18. Install the LH 2nd row seatbelt anchor escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt Anchor - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  19. Install the bolt, nyloc nut, and seat frame washer that attaches the seatbelt anchor to the seat frame.

    40 N.m (29.5 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Install a new nyloc nut.

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

    • 3 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Socket 3/8 in Dr. 11/16 - 1761805-00-A
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
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  20. Position the LH monopost under belly trim on the seat assembly, and then connect the trim connector.
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  21. Install the clips (x4) that attach the 2nd row LH monopost under belly trim to the seat.
    NOTE: Align the datums first, and then secure the trim.
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  22. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the 2nd row LH monopost under belly trim to the seat.

    8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  23. Install the LH 2nd row seat assembly. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - LH (WITHOUT 2ND ROW BENCH SEATS) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  24. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  25. Close the LH front door.