Rear Split Folding Seat Back Replacement 4 Door

1. Pull up on the rear seat back cushion latch release knob. Fold the rear seat back cushion (1) forward.



2. Remove the 3 plastic retainers from each rear seat back cushion which secure the rear floor carpet (1) to the seat back cushion. Position the carpet (1) aside in order to gain access to the seat back cushion mounting bolts.



3. Gently pry loose and remove the rear seat recliner lower finish cover (1).



4. Remove the following retainers which secure the seat back cushion:

•	The 2 rear seat center bracket bolts (1)

•	The rear seat recliner rear mounting bolt (2)




5. Return the seat back cushion (1) to the upright position in order to gain the necessary access to the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt.



6. Pull the rear seat pull strap (1 or 2) while raising the back of the rear seat cushion (3 or 4).



7. Remove the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt (3) which secures the seat back cushion (1).
8. Remove the seat back cushion (1) from the vehicle.

1. Install the rear seat back cushion (1) to the vehicle. Secure the cushion with the rear seat recliner front mounting bolt (3). Do not tighten fully at this time.




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.

2. Install the 2 rear seat center bracket bolts (1) and the rear seat recliner rear mounting bolt (2) which secure the seat back cushion

Tighten
Tighten the rear seat recliner mounting bolts and the rear seat center bracket bolts to 35 N·m (25 lb ft).

3. Lower the seat cushion.



4. Pull up on the rear seat back cushion latch release knob. Fold the rear seat back cushion (1) forward.



5. Install the rear seat recliner lower finish cover (1).



6. Install the rear floor carpet (1) to the rear seat back cushion. Secure the carpet with the 3 plastic retainers.



7. Return the rear seat back cushion (1) to the upright position.