Front Seat Recline Motor Replacement

Front Seat Recline Motor Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the front seat Front Seat Removal/Installation.

2. Remove these items:

- Front seat-back cover/pad Service and Repair
- Front seat recline cover Front Seat Recline Cover Removal/Installation

3. Release the push nut (A) from the motor side end of the connecting rod (B), gently tap on the motor side of the connecting rod to remove it from the recline motor and both recline adjusters (C).





4. Remove the rod cover (D).

5. Disconnect the recline motor connector (A) and remove the bolt.






6. Install the motor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Replace the wire ties you removed with new ones.
- Replace the push nut with a new one and make sure the push nut is installed correctly.
- Make sure the motor connector is plugged in properly, and push the harness clip into place securely.
- Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the mounting bolt before reinstallation.
- Check the front seat recline operation.