Front Seat Backrest: Installation
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Install the recline handle.
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Tighten the bolt.
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Push the recline handle fully toward the inboard side of the seat, then release the pressure on the recline handle.
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On both sides, immobilize the recline shaft using the locking pliers clamped to the shaft and flush up against the side of the recliner.Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
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If the clearance between the inboard push nut and the bushing exceeds 0.5 mm (0.019 in), install a 0.5 mm (0.019 in) feeler gauge or shim between the inboard push nut and the bushing and slide the inboard push nut tight against the feeler gauge or shim.Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
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Remove the bolt.
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Remove the recline handle.
- Push the outboard push nut (located behind recline handle) flush to the outboard bushing.
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Verify the clearance between the outboard push nut and bushing is between 0.3 mm and 1.0 mm (0.011 in and 0.039 in).Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
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Install the side shield.
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Install the screw.Torque: 27 lb.in (3.0 Nm)
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If equipped.Install the height adjustment handle.
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Install the recline handle.
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Tighten the bolt.Torque: 35 lb.in (4.0 Nm)
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Install the bolt cover.
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Attach the electrical harness to the recliner cover clip.
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Install the recliner cover.
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Tighten the screw.Torque: 27 lb.in (3.0 Nm)
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Install the front seat. Refer to: Front Seat .