Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad And Garnish Clip Remover

1. Remove the front seat . Refer to Seat Replacement .
2. Remove the armrest (driver's side AM6). Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .
3. Remove the finish panels. Refer to Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement .



4. Remove the recliner tilt handle screws.

Remove the retainers (1) (driver's side AM6).

5. Remove the recliner lever from the seat.



6. Unsnap the swing wire (2) from the hole at the front of the outboard frame side.

Remove the swing wire.

7. Remove the pushin retainers with J 38778.
8. Remove the J-retainers.



9. Remove the front seat cushion (1) from the seat.

1. Position the front seat cushion (1) to the seat.
2. Install the J-retainers.
3. Install the pushin retainers.



4. Snap the swing wire (2) into the hole at the front of the outboard frame side.

Install the swing wire.

5. Install the recliner lever to the seat.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

6. Install the recliner tilt handle screws.

Install the retainers (1) (driver's side AM6).

Tighten
Tighten the recliner tilt handle screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

7. Install the finish panels. Refer to Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement .
8. Install the armrest (driver's side AM6). Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .
9. Install the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement .