Seat Backrest - Front, 60 Percent

Seat Backrest - Front, 60 Percent

Removal

WARNING: Use care when the seat back frame is removed and when releasing the recliners from a backrest upright position. The recliners are spring-loaded, which may cause the recliner upper arms to fold with significant speed/force. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: For parts identification and location, refer to Seat - Exploded View, Front Seat - Exploded View, Front.

1. Remove the seat armrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Armrest - 60 Percent Service and Repair.

2. Remove the screw and recline handle.

3. Remove the 2 screws and cushion side shield.
- Pull outward at the side and rear to release the 2 clips (1 shown).





4. Disconnect the backrest latch release cable at the outboard side.

1. Disconnect the cable anchor.

2. Rotate and disconnect the cable end from the retainer.

3. Position the cable aside.





5. Remove the outboard pin-type retainer and position the cushion cover flap aside.





6. Disconnect the backrest latch release cable at the inboard side.

1. Disconnect the cable anchor.

2. Rotate and disconnect the cable end from the retainer.

3. Position the cable aside.





7. Release the rear cushion cover J-clip and disconnect the side air bag electrical connector.





8. Detach the retainers and route the side air bag wire harness out through the slot in the cushion cover.





9. For SuperCab, remove the rear backrest bolt cover from the inboard side.





10. Remove the 4 bolts and backrest assembly.

Installation

1. Position the backrest assembly to the seat track and install the 4 backrest bolts.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

- For SuperCab, install the rear bolt cover to the inboard side.

2. Route the side air bag wire harness through the slot in the cushion cover, connect the electrical connector and attach the retainers.

3. Fasten the rear cushion cover J-clip.

4. Install the backrest latch release cable at the inboard and outboard sides.

5. Install the cushion cover flap pin-type retainer.

6. Install the cushion side shield and 2 screws.

7. Install the recline handle and screw.

8. Install the seat armrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Armrest - 60 Percent Service and Repair.