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Seat Back Sub-Assembly - 2nd Row Seat - LH (5 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Install the LH 2nd row seat seat back sub-assembly on the seat frame.
    NOTE: Pull the seat back sub-assembly trim downwards to install.
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  2. Feed the LH 2nd row seat outer and center seat belts through the seat cushion pass through.
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  3. Install the center 2nd row seatbelt escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace) .
  4. Install the LH 2nd row seatbelt escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  5. Install the lower part of the LH 2nd row seat back cushion.
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  6. Install the new nuts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat side airbag to the seat frame.

    20 N.m (14.7 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 13 mm socket
    • Ratcheting combination wrench, flex head, 13 mm
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  7. Connect the LH 2nd row seat side airbag connector, and then connect the seat heater connectors (x2).
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  8. Fold the LH 2nd row seat assembly.
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  9. Carefully install the LH 2nd row seat lower rear trim sub-assembly on the seat frame.
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  10. Position the LH 2nd row seat torsion spring bearing cap on the seat, and then install the bolt that attaches the cap to the seat.

    6 N.m (4.4 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Fold the seat backrest trim through the cap bracket, and then slide the cap on the bracket to secure the trim.

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

    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  11. Position the LH 2nd row seat plastic seat back on the seat, and then install the clips (x13) that attach the seat back to the seat.
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  12. Position the LH 2nd row seat back upholstery on the seat, and then install the J-hook that attaches the upholstery to the seat.
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  13. Position the LH 2nd row seat back tether cup bezel on the seat, and then install the clips (x4) that attach the bezel to the seat.
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  14. Zip the LH 2nd row seat back upholstery on both sides.
    CAUTION: Use caution to not pull the zippers off the track.
    NOTE: Use a pick to aid in moving the zipper. Tuck the ends of the zippers underneath the upholstery.

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

    • Pick Miniature Soft Grip, 90 degree tip, 6 in
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  15. Unfold the LH 2nd row seat assembly.
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  16. Install a new bolt that attaches the center 2nd row seatbelt to the seat frame.

    45 N.m (33.2 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Route the seatbelt around the center belt restraint.

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

    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T50 socket
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  17. Install the LH 2nd row seat cushion sub-assembly. See CUSHION SUB-ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW SEAT - LH (5 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  18. Install the LH 2nd row recliner cover. See COVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  19. Install the LH 2nd row recliner lever. See LEVER - RECLINER - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  20. Install the center 2nd row buckle. See Buckle - 2nd Row - Center (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  21. Fold the LH 2nd row seat assembly.
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  22. Install the LH 2nd row seat assembly. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - LH (7 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  23. Install the LH 2nd row rear floor supports. See Floor Supports - Rear - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  24. Install the 2nd row rear floor panel. See Floor Panel - Rear - 2nd Row (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  25. Fold the trunk carpet into original position.
    NOTE: Fold the carpet down over the harpoon brackets.
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  26. Install the 2nd row mid floor panel. See Floor Panel - Mid - 2nd Row (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  27. Install the LH and RH lower C-pillar trims. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  28. Install the LH and RH rear sill panel trims. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  29. Install the LH and RH mid C-pillar trims. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  30. Install the LH and RH side rear trunk garnishes. See Garnish - Rear Trunk - Side - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  31. Install the trunk gap hider. See Gap Hider - Trunk (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  32. Install the LH and RH trunk load floor bracket covers. See Cover - Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  33. Install the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace) .
  34. Install the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  35. Close the liftgate.
  36. Remove the masking tape from the LH and RH racetrack trims.
  37. Unfold the 2nd row 40 and 60 seats.
  38. Move the LH and RH front seats to original position.
  39. Calibrate the rear doors.
    NOTE: If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate  to calibrate the rear doors.
  40. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  41. Close the LH and RH front doors.
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