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Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement



Front Seat Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the seat back recliner handle.




2. Remove the screws attaching the seat side trim panel.




3. Rock the panel side to side working the barrel post clip (1) out of the seat frame.




4. Disconnect the switch harness.
5. Remove the trim panel.
6. Transfer the switch if necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a new barrel clip (1) to the trim panel upper barrel post (2)




2. Install the switch to the panel (if removed).
3. Connect the switch harness.




4. Install the seat side trim panel.

* Push the barrel post with clip through the hole in the seat cover and into the hole in the seat frame.
* Install the front and rear trim panel attaching screws.




5. Install the seat back recliner handle.
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