Seat Back Hinge Replacement - Front (With RPO Code YC7)

SEAT BACK HINGE REPLACEMENT - FRONT (WITH RPO CODE YC7)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the bucket seat from the seat riser.
2. Remove the armrest from the same side of the seat as the hinge.
3. Remove the J-hooks that retains the carpet on the seat back cushion and to the corners of the seat cushion cover.
4. Remove the seat cover and pad.




5. Remove the bolts that retain the seat back hinges to the seat cushion and the seat back frame.

IMPORTANT: Note the position and length of all the bolts removed. This will assist with reassembly.

6. Remove the seat back hinges from the seat frame.

IMPORTANT: Handle the seat carefully when just one side of the seat back is attached to the seat cushion. Improper handling may damage the seat back hinge or the lumbar support cable.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the seat back hinges to the seat frame.




2. Install the bolts that retain the seat back hinges to the seat back frame and to the seat cushion frame.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the bolts that retain the seat back hinges to the seat back frame and the seat cushion frame to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).

3. Install the bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.
4. Install seat cover and pad.
5. Install the J-hooks that retain the carpet to the seat back and to seat cushion frame and to the corners of the seat cushion cover.
6. Install the armrest.
7. Install the bucket seat to the riser.