Third Row Seat Removal/Installation
Third Row Seat Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
- Stopper Plate 82217-SHJ-A01
- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
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NOTE:
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
- Take care not to scratch the interior trim or the body, or tear the seat covers.
1. Store both third row seats in the floor recess.
2. Detach the clips, and release the center upper pivot cover (A) from the tabs (B) on the center lower pivot cover (C), then remove it.
3. Raise both third row seats up, and secure them.
4. Detach the clips, then remove the center lower pivot cover (A).
5. Release the seat cushion cover clips (A, B) around the left center cover (C) or the right center cover (D).
Left third row seat
Right third row seat
6. Remove the screws, then remove the left center cover (A) or the right center cover (B).
Left third row seat
Right third row seat
7. Store the third row seat that you are removing in the floor recess.
8. Remove the pivot bolt (A) from the center pivot bracket (B). Right third row seat removal is shown; the left third row seat is similar.
9. Remove the pivot cover Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area.
10. Insert the stopper plate (A) into the slot in the outer pivot shaft (B).
CAUTION
Be sure the stopper plate (P/N 82217-SHJ-A01) is fully inserted; otherwise, the seat may spring open forcefully.
11. Release the hook (A), then pull back the edge of the seat-back mat (B) as needed. Remove the bolts (C, D) securing the left third row seat or the right third row seat.
Left third row seat
Right third row seat
12. Remove the left third row seat (A) or the right third row seat (B).
Left third row seat
Right third row seat
13. Install the third row seat in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hook into place securely.
- Do not remove the stopper plate (A) from the outer pivot bracket (B) before securing the seat.
- After mounting the seat, remove the stopper plate.
