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

  1. Position the RH 2nd row recliner cable to the seat assembly, and then secure the clips (x2) that attach cable assembly to the seat assembly.
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  2. Connect the recline release actuator cable to the splitter box.
    NOTE: The recline release actuator cable is the silver cable.
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  3. 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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  4. Install the screw that attaches the splitter box to the RH 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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  5. Hold the RH side hinge lever down to allow the cable to reach the hole, insert the cable end, and then rotate 90 degrees to secure.
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  6. Secure the RH side cable clip to the seat frame
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  7. Position the RH 2nd row seat cushion into the seat assembly.
    NOTE: Guide the harness and tension flaps underneath the seat back.
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  8. Secure the clip that attaches the seat harness to the RH 2nd row seat assembly, and then connect the heater and seat belt reminder electrical connectors.
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  9. Secure the J-clips (x6) that attach the RH 2nd row seat cushion trim to the seat bracket assembly.
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  10. Slide the upper tabs of the RH 2nd row seat inner hinge cover onto the seat frame, and then secure the clip and tabs (x4) that attach the cover to the seat assembly.
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  11. Position the RH 2nd row seatbelt buckle to the seat assembly, and then install the bolt that attaches the buckle to the assembly.

    45 N.m (33.2 ft-lbs) 

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

    • T50 socket
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  12. Secure the clips (x2) that attach the RH 2nd row seatbelt buckle connector and harness to the seat assembly, and then connect the seatbelt buckle connector.
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  13. Position the RH 2nd row seatbelt to the seat assembly, and then install a new bolt that attaches the seatbelt to the assembly.

    45 N.m (33.2 ft-lbs) 

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

    • T50 socket
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  14. Install the RH 2nd row recliner cover. See COVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  15. Install the RH 2nd row recliner lever. See LEVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  16. Fold the RH 2nd row seat back to the down position.
  17. Install the RH 2nd row seat assembly. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - RH (7 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
    NOTE: It is not necessary to redeploy software after install.