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Front Seat Adjuster Replacement (Manual)



Front Seat Adjuster Replacement (Manual)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
2. Remove the adjuster return spring.




3. Remove the seat belt buckle from the seat.




4. Disconnect the seat belt electrical pigtail (3) under the seat.
5. Remove the seat back recliner handle.
6. Remove the lumbar support knob.




7. Remove the J-strips (1, 2) from to seat cushion frame.




8. Remove the seat back recliner assembly mounting bolts (1).
9. Remove the seat back recliner assembly.




10. Pull the seat cover and cushion (1) up to expose the 4 seat frame mounting nuts (2).
11. Remove the seat frame mounting nuts (2).
12. Remove the seat adjuster assembly from the seat.

Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

1. Install the seat adjuster assembly to the seat cushion frame with 4 nuts (2).

Tighten the seat cushion frame nuts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).




2. Install the seat back recliner assembly to the seat adjuster with 2 bolts (1).

Tighten the seat back recliner assembly bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

3. Pull the seat cushion pad and cover back into position on the seat cushion frame.




4. Install the J-strips (1, 2) to the seat cushion frame.
5. Install the adjuster return spring to the seat frame.
6. Install the seat back recliner handle.
7. Install the lumbar support knob.




8. Install the seat belt buckle to the seat.

Tighten the seat belt buckle bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).




9. Connect the seat belt electrical pigtail (3) under the seat.
10. Install the seat to the vehicle.