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Rear Seat Armrest Replacement Bucket

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 749102  Size: SH
  1. Separate the J-clip at the bottom of the seat using a flat bladed tool.
  2. Remove the 2 push pins at the bottom retaining the seat back cover to the card board.
  3. From the back of the front seat, disconnect the heating element wire connector, if equipped.
  4. Role up the seat cover up to the bottom of the arm rest.
  5. Recline the seat.
  6. From the front of the seat move the seat cushion away from the seat frame to gain access to the arm rest clip.
  7. Remove the rubber band from the clip.
  8. Remove the clip from the seat frame.
  9. Remove the arm rest by pulling outwards.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 749102  Size: SH
  1. Install the clip in the slot of the seat frame.
  2. Install the rubber band on the clip to retain it in place.
  3. Fold down the seat cover.
  4. Install the arm rest by pressing in until it is fully seated.
  5. Connect the heating element wire connector.
  6. Pull down on the seat cover in order to install the 2 push pins retaining the seat back to the card board.
  7. Connect the J-clip at the bottom of the seat.
  8. Push on the seat back cover to ensure the cover is held in place by the velcro.

Rear Seat Armrest Replacement 60/40 Split

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 820686  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat armrest mount panel cover by removing the two push in retainers to gain access to the center armrest bolts.
  2. Release the j-channel retainers from the armrest opening to gain access to the armrest bolts.
  3. Remove the bolts that retain the center armrest to the seat frame.
  4. Remove the center arm rest from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 820686  Size: SH
  1. Install the center armrest to the seat frame.
  2. Install the bolts to the center armrest.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Install the j-channel retainers in the armrest opening to the seat back frame.
  5. Install the rear seat armrest mount panel cover .