Reclining Device

FRONT SEAT

Removal and Installation - Front Seat Reclining Device


REMOVAL

NOTE:
If possible, adjust seat back to the normal seated position before removing the seat.
1.Remove the front seat assembly. Coupe.
2.Remove the seat side finisher:
a.Using a suitable tool, remove the two power seat switch knobs.
b.Remove the lumbar lever.





c.Insert a suitable tool (A) between the seat cushion and the seat side finisher (2), then release the five metal clips. Push the finger (1) of each metal clip to release it from the seat cushion frame.
d.Release the remaining clips, disconnect the power seat switch harness connectors, then remove the seat side finisher (2) while connected to front seat finisher.





3.Release the seat cushion inner J channel (1).





4.Remove the inner finisher (1).
5.Remove the seatback board. Coupe.





6.Remove the five seatback J-retainers (<==) as shown.





7.Remove the screws (A), the tie wraps (B) and the lumbar support actuator (1).
8.Disconnect the front seat wiring harness from the seatback and seat cushion frame.
- Disconnect the following:
- Side air bag
- Heater (if equipped)
- Seatback tilt sensor (if equipped)
- Seatback tilt motor (if equipped)
9.Unhook the seatback trim hook and loop flaps.





10.Disconnect the EZ-entry cables (1) from the inner and outer locations (inner shown).
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11.Remove the bolts (A) and the seatback assembly (1) including the reclining device from the seat cushion assembly.





12.Remove the bolts (A) and the reclining device (1) from the seatback frame.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.