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Front Seat Adjuster Replacement Outer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 489094  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  2. Remove the front seat inner adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  3. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  4. Remove the front seat back cushion. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  5. Remove the front seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement
  6. Lift the retaining spring (4) and remove the seat adjuster handle (1) from the outer seat adjuster (5).
  7. Remove the outer seat adjuster (5) from the seat adjuster lateral rod.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 489094  Size: SH
  1. Install the outer seat adjuster (5) to the seat adjuster lateral rod.
  2. Install the seat adjuster handle (1) to the outer seat adjuster (5). Ensure that the handle is locked into position by the retaining spring (4).
  3. Install the front seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement
  4. Install the front seat back cushion. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  5. Install the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  6. Install the front seat inner adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  7. Install the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .

Front Seat Adjuster Replacement Inner

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 489094  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  2. Remove the front seat inner adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  3. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  4. Remove the front seat back cushion. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  5. Remove the front seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement
  6. Lift the retaining spring (3) and remove the seat adjuster handle (1) from the inner seat adjuster (2).
  7. Remove the inner seat adjuster (2) from the seat adjuster lateral rod.
  8. Remove the following components from the inner seat adjuster (2):
  9. 8.1. The anchor bolt
    8.2. The seat belt buckle

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 489094  Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the seat belt buckle to the inner seat adjuster. Secure the buckle with the anchor bolt.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt buckle anchor bolt to 35 N·m (25 lb ft).

  3. Install the inner seat adjuster (2) to the seat adjuster lateral rod.
  4. Install the seat adjuster handle (1) to the inner seat adjuster (2). Ensure that the handle is locked into position by the retaining spring (3).
  5. Install the front seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement
  6. Install the front seat back cushion. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  7. Install the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  8. Install the front seat inner adjuster finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement .
  9. Install the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .