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Trim - Backrest - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim upper seat back upholstery on the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Ensure that the seat back headrest upholstery seam aligns with the center groove on the seat back head rest foam. Firmly press upholstery headrest Velcro to seat back foam to secure.
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  2. Install the hog rings (x7) that attach the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim to the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Starting on the LH side of the foam, install the hog rings working downwards and then upwards to the RH side.

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

    • Hog ring pliers - 1501599-00-A
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  3. Pull the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim upholstery downwards, and then install the hog rings (x4) that attach the trim to the seat back assembly.

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

    • Hog ring pliers - 1501599-00-A
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  4. Pull the remaining LH 2nd row seat backrest trim upholstery downwards, and then firmly press the Velcro into the seat back foam.
    NOTE: Thoroughly press the lower seat back Velcro into place until fully secure.
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  5. Rotate the seat back assembly to face downwards.
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  6. Install the J-clips (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim upper seat back upholstery to the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Starting on LH side of upper upholstery, firmly press the J-clips into the seat back assembly to secure. Use a plastic trim tool to ensure J-clips are fully seated.

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

    • Plastic trim tool
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  7. Install the tabs (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim to the seat back assembly.
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  8. Install the Velcro straps (x5) that attach the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim to the seat back frame.
    NOTE: Firmly pull the Velcro straps to seat back assembly, and then press into place to secure.
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  9. Install the staples (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat backrest trim to the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Secure the Velcro strap to the seat back assembly with the staples.
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  10. Route the seatbelt through the seat back assembly.
    NOTE: Ensure that the seatbelt anchor escutcheon is routed onto the seatbelt prior to the seatbelt anchor being routed through seat cushion. Do not install seatbelt the anchor escutcheon at this time.
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  11. Install the LH 2nd row seatbelt escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  12. Install the LH 2nd row seat seat back cover. See COVER - SEAT BACK - 2ND ROW SEAT - LH (6 SEAT) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  13. Install the LH 2nd row seatbelt anchor escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seatbelt Anchor - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  14. Install the bolt, nyloc nut, and seat frame washer that attaches the seatbelt anchor to the seat frame.

    40 N.m (29.5 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Install a new nyloc nut.

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

    • 3 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Socket 3/8 in Dr. 11/16 - 1761805-00-A
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
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  15. Position the LH monopost under belly trim on the seat assembly, and then connect the trim connector.
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  16. Install the clips (x4) that attach the 2nd row LH monopost under belly trim to the seat.
    NOTE: Align the datums first, and then secure the trim.
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  17. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the 2nd row LH monopost under belly trim to the seat.

    8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  18. Install the LH 2nd row seat assembly. See SEAT ASSEMBLY - 2ND ROW - LH (WITHOUT 2ND ROW BENCH SEATS) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  19. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  20. Close the LH front door.
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