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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 861006  Size: SH
  1. Remove the assist handle if equipped. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement .
  2. Release J channel retainers at the bottom edge of the seat back cover  (1).
  3. Remove the armrest. Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .
  4. Release the hook and loop strips that retain the seat back cover (1) to the seat back foam pad  (2).
  5. Working from side to side, lift the seat back cover (1) from the foam pad (2).
  6. Peel the seat back foam pad (2) away from the seat back frame.
  7. Remove any residue left from the foam pad or glue from the seat back frame.

Installation Procedure

  1. Using hot melt glue or equivalent, glue the seat back foam pad onto the seat back frame.

  2. Object Number: 861006  Size: SH
  3. Working from side to side, install the seat back cover  (1) over the foam pad  (2).
  4. Install the armrest to the seat back. Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .
  5. Engage the hook and loop strips in order to retain the seat back cover (1) to the seat back foam pad  (2).
  6. Engage the J. channel retainer at the bottom edge of the seat back cover  (1).
  7. Install the assist handle if equipped. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement .