Second Row Seat-Back Recline Lever
Second Row Seat-back Recline Lever ReplacementSpecial Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program
NOTE:
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.
- Take care not to kink the cables.
1. Slide the right second row seat forward fully.
2. Left second row seat: Remove the left second row seat belt center anchor bolt.
3. Remove the pivot bolt cover. Using a T30 Torx bit, remove the pivot bolt from both sides, left second row seat, right second row seat, '03 model, '04-06 models.
4. Remove the back cover, then release the clips from behind the seat-back, as necessary.
5. Lift the seat cushion up, and remove these items:
- Outer and inner bracket covers, left second row seat
- Outer bracket cover, right second row seat, '03 model, '04-06 models
6. Pry out the lid (A), and remove the screws securing the recline lever (B).
7. Left second row seat: Remove the screw (A) securing the inner recline cable (B), release the clips (C) and adjuster (D),then remove the inner recline cable and outer recline cable (E) from both brackets.
8. Right second row seat: Detach the clip (A) and recline cable (B) from the bracket.
9. Peel the tapes (A) off, and pull the recline lever (B) with the recline cables (C). There is no inner recline cable on the right recline lever.
10. Install the lever in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the recline cables are connected securely.
- For the left second row seat: If necessary, remove the clip (A) from the adjuster (B), and move the cable (C) up or down to obtain the proper tension of the outer recline cable, then reinstall the clip.