Seat Backrest - Rear

Seat Backrest - Rear

40 Percent Backrest










60 Percent Backrest









Removal and Installation

1. Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to Seat Cushion- Rear Seat Cushion - Rear.

2. Remove the backrest-to-floor nut(s).
- For 60 percent seat, remove the 3 backrest-to-floor nuts.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

- For 40 percent seat, remove the backrest-to-floor nut.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

3. Remove the affected backrest in the following sequence.
1. Pull the release strap at the upper outboard end of the affected backrest and fold the backrest forward.

2. Lift the backrest bracket(s) off the floor stud(s).

3. Slide the pivot out of the seat and remove the backrest.


4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Before installation, make sure the safety belts are accessible to the occupants.