Front Seat Recline Motor Replacement

8-Way Power Seat/4-Way Power Seat SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations LHD, SRS component locations RHD and the precautions and procedures before performing repairs or service. NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the front seat.

1. Remove the seat-back cover/pad from the seat-back frame.

1. Remove the recline motor (A):

   -1. | Release the push nut (B) from the motor side end of the connecting rod (C).
   -2. | Gently tap on the motor side of the connecting rod to remove it from the recline motor and both recline adjusters (D).
   -3. | Remove the rod cover (E).
   -4. | Remove the bolt and clamp (F), then remove the recline motor.

1. Install the motor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
   - Replace the push nut with a new one. Make sure the push nut is installed correctly.
   - Apply liquid thread lock to the motor mounting bolt before reinstallation.