Actuator - Recliner - 3rd Row Seat - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

Open the LH falcon wing door.
Open the liftgate.
Fold the 2nd row 60 seat downwards.
Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
Fold the LH 3rd row seat downwards.
Remove the LH 3rd row seat back carpet. See SEAT BACK CARPET - 3RD ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
Release the tabs (x4), fir tree clips (x2), and J hook that attach the lower section of the LH 3rd row seat upholstery to the seat.
NOTE: Pull the tabs inward, and then upwards to release.

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Clip pry tool
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Disconnect the LH 3rd row seat connectors (x2), and then re-route the connectors through the lower section of the upholstery.

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Route the LH 3rd row seat connectors (x2) around the lower section of the upholstery, and then connect the connectors.

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Unfold the LH 3rd row seat to original position.
NOTE: Leave the headrest in folded position.

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Release the J-hook clip that attaches the upper half of the LH 3rd row seat upholstery to the seat.

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From the 3rd row, pull the inner portion of the seat cover and foam outward to gain access to the LH 3rd row seat recliner actuator.
CAUTION: Use caution to not snag the J-hooks. The actuator is located on the front side of the seat back under the upholstery and cushion assembly.

NOTE: Use the fold function to feed the bottom of the seat upholstery forward.

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Disconnect the LH 3rd row seat recliner actuator connector.
NOTE: Depress both of the locking tabs on the side of the connector to release.

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 6 in 90 degree tip miniature soft grip pick
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Cut the zip tie that attaches the LH 3rd row seat recliner actuator cable to the seat bracket, and then remove the cable from the bracket.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Diagonal cutters
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Release the LH 3rd row seat recliner actuator cable from the actuator pulley.

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Remove the screws (x3) that attach the LH 3rd row seat recliner actuator to the seat frame, and then remove the actuator from the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 4 in extension
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torx T25 socket
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