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Slider - Actuator - 2nd Row (5/7 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the RH front door.
  2. Lower the RH front window.
  3. Move the RH front seat forward.
  4. Open the RH falcon wing door.
  5. Starting from the bottom, carefully pry the 2nd row seat escutcheon away from the seat back to release the clips (x2), and then release the escutcheon from the seat.
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  6. Fold the 2nd row 40 seat downwards.
  7. Release the J-hook that attaches the 2nd row 40 seat back upholstery to the seat.
    NOTE: Fold the backrest upholstery down upon release.

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

    • 6 in 90 degree tip miniature soft grip pick
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  8. Unzip the 2nd row 40 seat back upholstery on the LH and RH sides of the backrest cover.
    NOTE: Ends of the zippers are tucked underneath the seat upholstery. Use a pick to aid in moving the zippers.

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

    • 6 in 90 degree tip miniature soft grip pick
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  9. Release the clips (x5) and Velcro strips (x2) that attach the 2nd row plastic seat back to the seat assembly, and then remove the plastic seat back from the seat.
    NOTE: Fold the backrest cover over the headrest for access.

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

    • Clip pry tool
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  10. Release the clip that attaches the seat harness to the seat frame.

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

    • Clip pry tool
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  11. Relieve the tension on the metal clip by moving the 2nd row actuator slider into the housing, and then remove and discard the metal clip from the actuator slider.

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

    • Plastic trim tool
    • Small flat head screwdriver
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  12. Release the cable from the 2nd row actuator slider.
    CAUTION: Use caution not to damage the cable locating plastic.

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

    • Plastic trim tool
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  13. Release the clips (x2) that attach the 2nd row actuator slider on the seat frame.
    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Clip pry tool
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  14. Move the 2nd row actuator slider towards the cable to relieve tension.
    CAUTION: Do not kink or damage the cable.
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  15. Flip the 2nd row actuator slider vertically, use a pick to release the cable end fitting from the open slot, and then remove the slider from the vehicle.
    CAUTION: Do not kink or damage the cable.

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

    • 6 in 90 degree tip miniature soft grip pick
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