Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z Entry

Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z Entry

Removal

1. Remove the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry.

2. NOTICE: Use care when separating the seat back trim cover from the hook-and-loop strip, or the hook-and-loop strip can be torn from the backrest foam pad.

Release the backrest trim cover lower J-clip, hook-and-loop strips and partially invert the backrest trim cover to expose the 2 inboard and 2 outboard recliner-to-backrest frame bolts.

3. Separate the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame.
- Release the 3 kneeling mechanism release handle clips and separate from the backrest frame. Pull the kneeling mechanism release handle and cable back through the backrest frame.
- Separating the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame can also be done by going between the backrest foam pad and backrest frame. Release the top and side clips and push out separating the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame.





4. Release the kneeling mechanism cable from the backrest frame.

5. Remove 2 screws and the inboard recliner outer cover.

6. Remove the safety belt anchor bolt and separate the safety belt anchor from the inboard recliner.

7. Remove the 2 inboard and 2 outboard recliner-to-backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest assembly.

Installation

1. Remove 3 screws, recliner handle and outboard recliner outer cover.

2. 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: An assistant will be necessary for this procedure.

NOTE: If the latch feet are not locked around the strikers on the mounting plate, the recliners will not lock in position.

NOTE: If both of the recliners are not locked in place simultaneously, the recliners will not lock in position.

Simultaneously pull the release strap at the outboard recliner and position the inboard and outboard recliner pins to the recliner stops. Let go of the release strap and the inboard and outboard recliners will lock in place.
- Each recliner pin must contact the recliner outer plate (stop).





3. Position the backrest assembly to the inboard and outboard recliners and hand-start the 2 inboard and 2 outboard recliner-to-backrest frame bolts.

4. NOTICE: The recliner-to-backrest frame bolts must be tightened in sequence or recliner latches that do not lock in place or binding may occur.

Install the recliner-to-backrest frame bolts in the following sequence.

1. Install the inboard recliner-to-backrest frame upper bolt.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

2. Install the inboard recliner-to-backrest frame lower bolt.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

3. Install the outboard recliner-to-backrest frame upper bolt.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

4. Install the outboard recliner-to-backrest frame lower bolt.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

5. Position the kneeling mechanism release handle and cable back through the backrest frame and backrest trim cover openings.
- Attach the kneeling mechanism release cable to the backrest frame.

6. Roll the backrest trim cover down, attach the hook-and-loop strips and connect the backrest trim cover lower J-clip.

7. Position the kneeling mechanism release handle to the backrest opening and push in, engaging the clips.

8. Route the outboard recliner release strap before installing the outboard recliner outer cover.





9. Position the outboard recliner outer cover, recliner handle and install the 3 screws.

10. NOTE: Before installation, make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted and the safety belts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.

Position the safety belt anchor to the inboard recliner and install the safety belt anchor bolt.

- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

11. Position the inboard recliner outer cover and install the 2 screws.
- Make sure the kneeling mechanism release cable pivot is still positioned on the inboard recliner and the recliner pin is through the cable pivot before installing the inboard recliner outer cover.

12. Install the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat into the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry.

13. Cycle the backrest down and then back to the upright position. Make sure the inboard and outboard recliners simultaneously and securely lock in the upright position.