The front seatback recliner mechanism is mounted to the inboard side of the seat. The outboard hinge bolts to the seatback and the seat bottom.

1. Remove the front seat from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement .



2. Release the seat cushion cover in order to access the bolts that retain the hinge or recliner mechanism (2) to the seat cushion frame. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement .
3. Release the seatback cover and lift enough to access the bolts that retain the hinge or recliner mechanism to the seatback. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
4. Remove the bolts that retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seatback frame.
5. Remove the bolts that retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seat cushion frame.
6. Remove the hinge/recliner mechanism from the seat assembly.

1. Install the hinge/recliner mechanism (2) to the seat assembly.

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 bolts in order to retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seatback frame.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts in order to retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seatback frame to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

3. Install the bolts in order to retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seat cushion frame.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts in order to retain the hinge/recliner mechanism to the seat cushion frame to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

4. Install the front seatback cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
5. Install the front seat cushion cover. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement .
6. Install the front seat to the vehicle. Refer to Seat Replacement .