Rear Seat Back Release Latch Replacement

Rear Seat Back Release Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Open the rear compartment lid.
2. With a small flat-bladed tool release the retaining tabs for the seat back release handles.




3. Remove the rear window panel trim.
4. Remove the GSP sensor from the rear shelf, if equipped.
5. Remove the seat back release handles from the rear package shelf.




6. Remove the seat back latch bolts from the latch.
7. Remove the seat back latch from the rear package shelf.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the seat back latch to the rear package self.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the seat back latch bolts to the latch.

Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




3. Install the seat back release handles to the rear package shelf.
Press the seat back release handles into the rear package shelf until fully seated.
4. Install the GSP sensor to the rear shelf, if equipped.
5. Install the rear window panel trim.
6. Close the rear compartment lid.
7. Check the seat back latch for proper operations.