Seat Back Recliner Mechanism Replacement - Front

SEAT BACK RECLINER MECHANISM REPLACEMENT - FRONT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise the seat to the full up position.
2. Remove the seat.
3. Remove the seat cushion cover.




4. Remove the hinge pin nuts and the hinge pins.
5. Lay the seat back down.
6. Remove the cables from the actuators.




7. Remove the seat from the adjuster to access the recliner mechanism attaching screws.




8. Remove the screws attaching the recliner mechanism.
9. Remove the recliner mechanism.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Do not lubricate the seat back recliner mechanism.




1. Install the recliner mechanism to the seat frame.
2. Install the cables to the actuators.
3. Securely snap the cable retaining clips to the actuators with the tabs up.




4. Install the seat adjusters to the seat, if removed.
5. Apply Loctite(TM) 271 to the bolts and secure the adjuster to the seat.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb in).





6. Install the hinge bolts, seat back release cables, and nuts.

IMPORTANT: Use a tread locking compound on the hinge bolts.

Tighten the hinge bolt nuts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

7. Install the seat cushion trim cover.
8. Install the side trim panel.




9. Install the seat.