July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Front Seat Backrest: Removal

NOTE: Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.

1.

Remove the front seat. Refer to: Front Seat .

2.
- 1.
  
  If equipped.Disconnect the heated seat electrical connectors and position the wiring harness aside.
- 2.
  
  Disconnect the electrical connector and position the wiring harness aside.

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3.

NOTE: Base seat shown, Recaro seat similar.

Detach the backrest cover straps and position the backrest cover aside.

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4.
- 1.
  
  Remove the bolt cover.
- 2.
  
  Remove the bolt.
- 3.
  
  Remove the recline handle.

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5.
- 1.
  
  If equipped.Release the tab and remove the height adjustment handle.Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
- 2.
  
  Remove the screw.
- 3.
  
  Slide forward and remove the side shield.

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6.
- 1.
  
  Remove the screw.
- 2.
  
  Pull the recliner cover up then out.
- 3.
  
  Release the clip and remove the recliner cover.

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7.

Remove the bolts and the front seat backrest.

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