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Latch - Seat Back - 2nd Row Seat - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open LH doors and lower the LH windows.
  2. Move driver seat forward.
  3. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back panel. See Back Panel - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove And Replace) 
  4. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back side cover. See COVER - SIDE - SEAT BACK - 2ND ROW - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  5. Remove the LH 2nd row headrest. See Headrest - 2nd Row - LH (Remove And Replace) 
  6. Remove the LH 2nd row backrest LH and RH headrest guides.
    NOTE: Lift the headrest guide locking tabs and slide headrest guide out of frame assembly. Guide with adjustment button installed inboard.
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  7. Disconnect the LH 2nd row backrest harness, and then release the clip that attaches the harness to the backrest.
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  8. Fold LH 2nd row seat to the vertical position, but do not latch the seat back.
  9. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion to the seat assembly.
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  10. Remove the clips (x3) that attach the LH 2nd row seat shoulder plastic trim to the seat assembly.
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  11. Release the clips (x5) that attach the LH 2nd row shoulder plastic trim to the frame assembly, and then partially release the shoulder plastic trim and set the trim aside.
    NOTE: Ensure the fold switch harness and connector are not excessively pulled. Use a plastic trim tool or shop towel to hold the trim away from the seat frame.
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  12. Pull the red tab to release the connector lock, and then disconnect the LH 2nd row seat, seat back latch electrical connector.
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  13. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row seat, seat back latch to the seat assembly, and then remove the latch from the vehicle.

    20 N.m (14.7 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 13 mm socket
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