Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Replacement (AR9)

Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Replacement (AR9)

Removal Procedure






Caution: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

1. Disable the SIR system, if equipped with Side Impact Air Bag (SIAB). Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling or to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the front bucket seat.
3. Remove the outer trim panel from the seat cushion.
4. Unfasten the J-hook retainer located at the bottom of the seat back cover.
5. Unfasten the J-hook retainer located next to the SIAB module, if equipped.
6. Remove enough of the seat back pad and cover to access the upper recliner bolts (1).
7. Remove the recliner bolts (1,2).
8. Remove the recliner from the seat.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the recliner to the seat.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the recliner bolts (1,2)

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

3. Install the seat back pad and cover to a desired appearance.
4. Fasten the J-hook retainer located next to the SIAB module, if equipped.
5. Fasten the J-hook retainer located at the bottom of the seat back cover.
6. Install the outer trim panel on the seat cushion.
7. Install the bucket seat.
8. Reposition the seat back to the original position.
9. Check the seat back recliner for proper operation.
10. Enable the SIR system, if equipped with SIAB. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling or to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.