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Cable - Recliner - 2nd Row - LH (7 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH 2nd row recliner cable to the seat assembly, and then install the clips (x3) that attach the cable to the seat assembly.
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  2. Connect the recline release actuator electrical connector.
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  3. Connect the recline release actuator cable to the splitter box.
    NOTE: The recline release actuator cable is the silver cable.
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  4. Secure the tabs (x2) to close the splitter box, and then install cable ties (x2) to secure the splitter box.
    NOTE: Cut off excess cable tie ends.
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  5. Install the screw that attaches the splitter box to the LH 2nd row seat assembly.

    1.5 N.m (1.1 ft-lbs) 

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

    • T20 socket
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  6. Position the actuator to the bracket, and then secure the tabs (x2) that attach the bracket to the seat assembly.
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  7. Install the screw that attaches the actuator to the bracket.

    1 N.m (.7 ft-lbs) 

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

    • T20 socket
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  8. Secure the recline release actuator cable to the LH side hinge lever.
    NOTE: Hold the hinge lever down so the hole is visible through the slot, insert the cable end, and then rotate 90 degrees to secure.
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  9. Secure the clip that attaches the LH side cable clip to the seat frame.
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  10. Position the LH lower inner hinge cover to the seat assembly, and then install the screw and clips (x2) that attach the cover to the seat assembly.

    1.5 N.m (1.1 ft-lbs) 

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

    • T20 socket
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  11. Secure the recline release actuator cable to the RH side hinge lever.
    NOTE: Hold the hinge lever down to allow cable to reach the hole, insert the cable end, and then rotate 90 degrees to secure.
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  12. Secure the recline release actuator cable to RH side cable mount.
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  13. Secure the recline release actuator cable to the lower rear of the seat frame.
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  14. Position the RH lower inner hinge cover into the seat assembly, and then install the clip that attaches the cover to the seat assembly.
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  15. Position the RH outer hinge cover to the seat assembly, and then secure the clips (x2) and tabs (x4) that attach the cover to the assembly.
    NOTE: Slide the upper tabs down onto the seat frame, and then secure the clips and tabs.
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  16. Secure the elastic bands (x2) at the RH outer hinge cover.
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  17. Install the lower portion of the LH 2nd row seat back cushion.
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  18. Install the LH 2nd row seat cushion assembly into the seat assembly.
    CAUTION: Use caution when feeding the J-hooks and connectors through the seat frame.
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  19. Secure the black connectors (x2) to the LH 2nd row seat frame, and then connect the electrical connectors (x4).
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  20. Secure the J-hooks (x11) that attach the underside of the LH 2nd row seat upholstery to the seat assembly.
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  21. Position the LH 2nd row outer seat belt to the seat assembly, and then install a new bolt that attaches seatbelt to the seat assembly.

    45 N.m (33.2 ft-lbs) 

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

    • Torx T50 socket
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  22. Install the LH 2nd row recliner cover. See COVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  23. Install the LH 2nd row recliner lever. See LEVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  24. Position the 2nd row center seatbelt buckle onto the seat assembly, and then install a new bolt that attaches the buckle to the seat assembly.

    45 N.m (33.2 ft-lbs) 

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

    • Torx T50 socket
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  25. Secure the edge clip that attaches the 2nd row center seatbelt buckle electrical connector to the seat assembly, and then connect the connector.
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  26. Secure toe kick to 60 seat assembly.
    NOTE: 6x J-hooks, Secure inner 4 clips, then lower outer 2.
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  27. Fold LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
  28. Install the LH 2nd row seat assembly into the vehicle. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - LH (7 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
    NOTE: It is not necessary to redeploy the vehicle firmware after installing the seat assembly.