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Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front



Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
2. Remove the head restraint and guides.
3. Remove the seat trim panel.




4. Disconnect the lumbar cable (6) underneath the seat cushion (disconnect the lumbar wire harness if equipped with power lumbar).
5. Remove the seat back trim cover and pad.
6. Remove the lumbar assembly (or power lumbar/bolster assembly if equipped).
7. Remove the seat belt retractor.




8. Remove the inboard pivot bolt (1).
9. Remove the recliner arm attachment bolts (2).
10. Remove the frame from the vehicle.
11. Transfer all necessary components to the new seat back frame.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the seat back frame on the seat.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the recliner arm attachment bolts (2).

Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

3. Install the inboard pivot bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

4. Install the seat belt retractor.
5. Install the lumbar assembly (or power lumbar/bolster assembly if equipped).
6. Install the seat back trim cover and pad.




7. Connect the lumbar cable (6) underneath the seat cushion (disconnect the wire harness if equipped with power lumbar).
8. Install the seat trim panel.
9. Install the head restraint and guides.
10. Install the seat into the vehicle.