2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2nd Row Seatback - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See 2ND ROW SEAT ASSEMBLIES - 2ND ROW BOLSTER - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See 2ND ROW SEAT ASSEMBLIES - 2ND ROW SEAT CUSHION - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the center 2nd row seat belt fixed support and then remove the seat belt fixed support from the vehicle.
Tip: If the bolt is hard to remove, use an inductive heating tool to melt the adhesive patch material. Position the inductive heating tool coil around the bolt, and then heat the bolt for 20 seconds. Allow the bolt to cool down for 2 minutes, and then remove and discard the bolt. The inductive heater coil, bolt, and adjacent areas will be extremely hot.

WARNING: Persons that have a pacemaker or any other kind of electronic or metal surgical implant must stay at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the inductive heater while it is in use.

WARNING: Remove all metallic items (such as coins, keys, electronics, and tools) from pockets before using the inductive heater.

WARNING: Ensure that there is a properly-maintained fire extinguisher in the work area before using the inductive heater.

WARNING: Use the inductive heater in a well-ventilated area.

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3 in extension
- 15 mm socket
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torchless Heat Induction Tool - 1032900-00-A (for removal only)
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver (for installation only)
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench (for installation only)
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Disconnect the electrical harness from the heated seat connector for the LH 2nd row seat back assembly.

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Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat back assembly hinge bracket to the body.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 2 in extension
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
- Ratchet/torque wrench (for installation only)
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Lift the left side of the LH seat back assembly up, move forward and to the left, and pull the inner pivot out of the RH seat back assembly.
Remove the LH seat back assembly from the vehicle.
WARNING: The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.

multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

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