Folding Rear Seat Back Latch / Lock

FOLDING REAR SEAT BACK LATCH / LOCK

REMOVAL

1. Disengage seat cushion at the rear by pulling upward on the release strap.
2. Tilt seat cushion forward.
3. Release seatback latch from striker.
4. Tilt seatback forward for access to striker bracket.

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5. Remove screws (Fig. 1) attaching latch striker bracket and shims to trim panel .

INSTALLATION

1. Position shims and latch striker bracket on trim panel.
2. Install screws attaching latch striker bracket and shims to trim panel. Tighten screws to 6 N.m (50 in.lbs.) torque.
3. Engage seatback latch with striker.
4. Pivot seat cushion to horizontal position and lock it in-place by pressing firmly on center of the cushion until latch engages.