Interior - Seat Arm Rest Is Loose

Classification: BT09-050

Reference: NTB09-089

Date: September 11, 2009

2004 - 2009 QUEST; SEAT ARMREST LOOSE

APPLIED VEHICLES:
2004 - 2009 Quest (V42)

IF YOU CONFIRM

The armrest on a captain chair (front seats or 2nd row seats) is loose.

ACTION

1. Remove the armrest.

2. Replace bolt insert.

3. Apply Permatex(R) Threadlocker Blue or equivalent to bolt threads and torque to 28 Nm (2.85 kg-m, 20.6 lb-ft).

IMPORTANT:
The purpose of "ACTION" (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.





PARTS INFORMATION





CLAIMS INFORMATION

SERVICE PROCEDURE





1. Adjust the seat so you have access to the armrest bolt cover.

2. Remove the armrest bolt cover.

^ Use a plastic trim tool.





3. Remove bolt and armrest.





4. Push the insert out of the armrest as shown in Figure 3 and 4 using a suitable tool.

5. Install the new insert into the armrest.

^ Use the insert listed in the Parts Information.





6. Apply Permatex(R) Threadlocker Blue or equivalent to the threads on the bolt.

^ See the Parts Information for Threadlocker details.

7. Reinstall the armrest on the seat.

^ Bolt torque: 28 Nm (2.85 kg-m, 20.6 lb-ft)