Seat Back Sub-assembly - 2nd Row Seat - RH (7 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Remove
- Remove the RH 2nd row seat assembly. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - RH (7 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the RH 2nd row seat cushion sub-assembly. See CUSHION SUB-ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW SEAT - RH (5 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the RH 2nd row seat inboard side shield. See SIDE SHIELD - INBOARD - 2ND ROW SEAT - RH (5 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Release the J-hook that attaches the RH 2nd row seat back upholstery to the seat assembly.
- Unzip the RH 2nd row seat back upholstery on LH and RH sides of the backrest cover, release the Velcro strips (x2) that attach the upholstery to the seat back, and then fold the seat back over the headrest for access.NOTE: The ends of zippers are tucked underneath the upholstery.
Tip: Use a pick to help move the zipper.
- Release the clips (x5) that attach the RH 2nd row seat back plastic to the seat back assembly, and then remove the seat back plastic from the assembly.
- Disconnect the RH 2nd row seat heater and side airbag electrical connectors (x2).
- Remove and discard the nuts (x2) that attach the RH 2nd row seat side airbag to the seat assembly, and then release the air bag from the seat assembly.
20 N.m (14.7 ft-lbs)
NOTE: Pull the side airbag away from the backrest frame and clear of the mounting studs.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Release the lower portion of the RH 2nd row seat back cushion from the seat frame.NOTE: Guide the harness and tension flaps through the seat back frame.
- Lift the RH 2nd row seat seat back sub-assembly from the backrest frame, and then remove the sub-assembly from the seat assembly.