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Strut Rod Assembly - Pitch - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the gearbox lead screw into the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly tube, and then turn clockwise to attach the lead screw to the tube.
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  2. Position the gearbox onto the upper portion of lead screw.
    NOTE: The lead screw is keyed.
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  3. Install the new bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly adapter to the strut rod.

    8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T45 socket
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  4. Install the new bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly to the seat frame.

    20 N.m (14.7 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Use a combination wrench to hold on to each nut from underneath during bolt installation.
    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Combination wrench 12 pt 13 mm
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T50 socket
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  5. Slide the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly through the pitch motor, and then install the metal push nut and spacer that attach the strut rod to the motor.
    NOTE: Use the clip pry tool to push against the nut while applying pressure to bottom side of strut rod.
    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Clip pry tool
    • Rectangular inspection mirror
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  6. Remove the inflatable air bag from the plastic base and seat frame, and then install the screws (x4) that attach the base to the frame.

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T25 socket
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  7. Install the tabs (x14) and J clips (x2) that attach the lower cushion upholstery to the bottom of the seat frame.
    NOTE: Prior to installation, make sure that the tabs and J clips are spread evenly to avoid excess wrinkles in the lower cushion upholstery.
    NOTE: Install the tabs and J clip at the inboard RH rear corner of the seat frame first, and then work towards the outboard LH rear corner.
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  8. Install the LH 2nd row seat underbelly trim. See TRIM - UNDERBELLY - 2ND ROW SEAT - LH (6 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  9. Close the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
  10. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  11. Close the LH and RH front doors.
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