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Switch - Recliner - 3rd Row Seat - LH - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH 3rd row seat recliner switch on the seat, and then install the screws that attach the switch to the seat.

    4 N.m (2.9 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • PH1 Phillips screwdriver
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  2. Connect the LH 3rd row seat recliner switch connector, and then install the seat escutcheon into the seat back cushion trim.
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  3. From the 3rd row, fold the top outer portion of the LH 3rd row seat cover and foam back over the seat frame.
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  4. Engage the J hook clip that attaches the upper half of LH 3rd row seat upholstery to the seat.
    NOTE: Fold the seat to a workable position, start at one end of the J hook clip, and then fold the clip inwards until the other end of the upholstery is fully tucked.
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  5. Engage the tabs (x4), fir tree clips (x2), and J hook that attach the lower section of the LH 3rd row seat upholstery to the seat.
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  6. Install the LH 3rd row seat back carpet. See SEAT BACK CARPET - 3RD ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  7. Install the rear trunk carpet. See Carpet - Rear Trunk (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  8. Install the rear trunk floor NVH insulator. See NVH Insulator - Floor - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Install the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  10. Unfold the LH and RH 3rd row seats into original position.
  11. Close the liftgate.
  12. Unfold the 2nd row 40 and 60 seats into original position.
  13. Close the LH and RH falcon wing doors.