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

  1. Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
  2. Move the front seats forward.
  3. Remove the LH and RH 2nd row seat outer bolsters. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove And Replace) 
  4. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove And Replace) .
  5. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 2nd row center seat belt lower anchor to the vehicle, and then release the lower anchor from the vehicle.

    25 N.m (18.4 ft-lbs) 

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

    • 15 mm socket
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  6. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
    NOTE: If the seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
  7. Disconnect the LH 2nd row seat back harness electrical connector.
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  8. Release the clip that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back harness to the pivot bracket.
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  9. Release the pivot bushing that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back assembly to the pivot bracket.
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  10. Slightly tilt the LH 2nd row seat back upward, and then pull the LH 2nd row pivot cast upward to release it from the pivot bracket.
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  11. Release the LH 2nd row seat back from the RH pivot, and then remove the seat back from the vehicle.
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