belt DODGE RAM 2001 Service Repair Manual

hook formations on the lower edge of the glove box
door are engaged with and pivot on three hinge pins
integral to the lower edge of the instrument panel
support structure. The glove box door also serves as
the passenger side knee blocker. A honeycomb struc-
ture between the inner and outer glove box door pan-
els helps to absorb the impact load and distribute it
to the instrument panel structure.
²Steering Column Opening Cover- The steer-
ing column opening cover serves as the driver side
knee blocker. This molded plastic cover has an inte-
gral ribbed plastic liner concealed behind it, for
increased strength and integrity. The steering column
opening cover transfers impact loads to the instru-
ment panel structural support.
²Top Cover- The instrument panel top cover or
base trim is the molded, grained, and color impreg-
nated plastic outer skin of the instrument panel
structural support.
Hard wired circuitry connects the electrical compo-
nents on the instrument panel to each other through
the electrical system of the vehicle. These hard wired
circuits are integral to several wire harnesses, which
are routed throughout the vehicle and retained by
many different methods. These circuits may be con-
nected to each other, to the vehicle electrical system
and to the instrument panel components through the
use of a combination of soldered splices, splice block
connectors and many different types of wire harness
terminal connectors and insulators. Refer to the
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa-
tion includes complete circuit diagrams, proper wire
and connector repair procedures, further details on
wire harness routing and retention, as well as pin-
out and location views for the various wire harness
connectors, splices, and grounds.
OPERATION
The instrument panel serves as the command cen-
ter of the vehicle, which necessarily makes it a very
complex unit. The instrument panel is designed to
house the controls and monitors for standard and
optional powertrains, climate control systems, audio
systems, safety systems, and many other comfort or
convenience items. When the components of the
instrument panel structural support are properly
assembled and secured in the vehicle they provide
superior instrument panel stiffness and integrity to
help reduce buzzes, squeaks, and rattles. This type of
construction also provides improved energy absorp-
tion which, in conjunction with the dual airbags and
seat belts, helps to improve occupant protection.
The instrument panel is also designed so that all of
the various controls can be safely reached and the
monitors can be easily viewed by the vehicle operator
when driving, while still allowing relative ease ofaccess to each of these items for service. Modular
instrument panel construction allows all of the
gauges and controls to be serviced from the front of
the panel. In addition, most of the instrument panel
electrical components can be accessed without com-
plete instrument panel removal. However, if neces-
sary, the instrument panel can be removed from the
vehicle as an assembly.
The steering column opening cover with its inte-
gral knee blocker located on the driver side of the
instrument panel works in conjunction with the air-
bag system in a frontal vehicle impact to keep the
driver properly positioned for an airbag deployment.
In addition, removal of this component provides
access to the steering column mounts, the steering
column wiring, the Junction Block (JB) (removal of a
snap-fit fuse access panel on the left end of the
instrument panel allows access to the fuses and cir-
cuit breakers), the Central Timer Module (CTM), the
Infinity speaker filter choke and relay unit, much of
the instrument panel wiring, and the gear selector
indicator cable (automatic transmission).
In a frontal collision, the glove box door on the pas-
senger side of the instrument panel provides the
same function for the front seat passenger as the
knee blocker does for the driver. The glove box door
also incorporates a recessed latch handle. Removal of
the glove box provides access to the passenger airbag,
the glove box lamp and switch, the radio antenna
coaxial cable, the heating and air conditioning vac-
uum harness connector, and additional instrument
panel wiring.
Removal of the instrument panel cluster bezel
allows access to the headlamp switch, instrument
cluster, radio, passenger airbag on-off switch, heated
seat switches (if equipped), and the heating and air
conditioning control. Removal of the instrument clus-
ter allows access to the cluster illumination and indi-
cator bulbs, and more of the instrument panel
wiring. Complete instrument panel removal is
required for service of most components internal to
the heating and air conditioning system housing,
including the heater core and the evaporator.
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the features, use and operation
of all of the components and systems mounted on or
in the instrument panel.
BR/BEINSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM 23 - 105
INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position cowl trim cover on lower cowl.
(2) Press into place.
(3) Install front door sill trim cover (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - INSTALLA-
TION).
B-PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear floor stowage tray, If equipped.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR
STOWAGE TRAY - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove door sill cover (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove bolt attaching seat belt anchor to floor.
(4) Snap turning loop cover up and remove bolt
attaching turning loop to B-pillar.
(5) Remove seat belt exit plug (Fig. 5).
(6) Disengage clips attaching B-pillar trim to
upper B-pillar.
(7) Separate B-pillar trim from B-pillar.
(8) Route seat belt webbing through opening in
B-pillar trim.
INSTALLATION
(1) Route seat belt webbing through opening in
B-pillar trim.
(2) Position B-pillar trim at B-pillar.
(3) Starting at the top, engage clips attaching
B-pillar trim to upper B-pillar.
(4) Install seat belt exit plug.(5) Install bolt attaching turning loop to B-pillar
and reposition turning loop cover.
(6) Install bolt attaching seat belt anchor to floor.
(7) Install door sill cover (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - INSTALLATION).
(8) Install rear floor stowage tray (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR STOWAGE TRAY -
INSTALLATION).
REAR CLOSURE PANEL TRIM
REMOVAL
(1) Remove B-pillar trim panels (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove rear floor stowage tray, if equipped.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR
STOWAGE TRAY - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove screws attaching bottom of rear closure
panel trim to floor pan (Fig. 6).
(4) Remove screws attaching rear closure panel
trim to cab back panel.
(5) Disengage clips attaching top of rear closure
panel trim to cab back panel.
(6) Separate rear closure panel trim from vehicle.
Fig. 4 Lower Cowl Trim Cover Retaining Tab
1 - LOWER COWL TRIM
2 - RETAINING TAB
3 - LOWER COWL
4 - LOCATOR TAB
Fig. 5 B-Pillar Trim
1 - B-PILLAR
2 - TURNING LOOP
3 - B-PILLAR TRIM
4 - SEAT BELT ANCHOR
5 - EXIT PLUG
23 - 120 INTERIORBR/BE
COWL TRIM COVER (Continued)

(4) Install the screws attaching the console to
mounting brackets.
(5) Install the transmission shifter boot, (Refer to
23 - BODY/INTERIOR/SHIFT BOOT - INSTALLA-
TION).
(6) Install the transfer case shifter boot, if
equipped. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/SHIFT
BOOT - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install cup holder in console, if equipped.
CARPETS AND FLOOR MATS
REMOVAL
STANDARD CAB
(1) Remove seat (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT
- BENCH SEAT - REMOVAL) or(Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT - SPLIT BENCH - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove door sill covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove cowl trim covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/COWL TRIM COVER - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove center console, if equipped.(Refer to 23
- BODY/INTERIOR/CENTER CONSOLE -
REMOVAL)
(5) If not equipped with a center console remove
the transfer case shifter boot (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SHIFT BOOT/TRANSFER CASE - REMOV-
AL).
(6) Remove rear stowage tray (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR STOWAGE TRAY -
REMOVAL).
(7) Remove rear closure panel trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR CLOSURE PANEL TRIM -
REMOVAL).
(8) Fold carpet or mat toward center of cab.
(9) Remove carpet or mat through door opening
(Fig. 11).
QUAD/CLUB CABS
(1) Remove front and rear seats. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SEATS/SEAT - BENCH SEAT - REMOVAL)
or(Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT - SPLIT BENCH
- REMOVAL) and (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/REAR
SEAT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove door sill covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove center console, if equipped.(Refer to 23
- BODY/INTERIOR/CENTER CONSOLE -
REMOVAL)
(4) If not equipped with a center console remove
the transfer case shifter boot (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SHIFT BOOT/TRANSFER CASE - REMOV-
AL).
(5) Remove emergency jack tool kit.(6) Remove rear seat belt buckles. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT BUCKLE -
REMOVAL)
(7) Remove rear closure panel trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR CLOSURE PANEL TRIM -
REMOVAL).
(8) Remove C-pillar trim panels. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL)
(9) Remove the quarter trim panels. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
REMOVAL)
(10) Fold carpet or mat toward center of cab.
(11) Remove carpet or mat through door opening.
INSTALLATION
STANDARD CAB
(1) Position carpet or mat in vehicle and align all
holes (Fig. 11).
(2) Install rear closure panel trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR CLOSURE PANEL TRIM -
INSTALLATION).
(3) Install rear stowage tray (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR STOWAGE TRAY -
INSTALLATION).
(4) Install the transfer case shifter boot if not
equipped with a center console. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/SHIFT BOOT/TRANSFER CASE -
INSTALLATION)
(5) Install the center console, if equipped. (Refer to
23 - BODY/INTERIOR/CENTER CONSOLE -
INSTALLATION)
(6) Install cowl trim covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/COWL TRIM COVER - INSTALLATION).
Fig. 11 Floor Carpet or Mat
1 - CARPET OR MAT
2 - FLOOR PAN
3 - REAR/INNER SEAT MOUNT
4 - POWER SEAT HARNESS
BR/BEINTERIOR 23 - 123
CENTER CONSOLE (Continued)

(7) Install door sill covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - INSTALLATION).
(8) Install seat, (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT
- INSTALLATION) or (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT/SPLIT BENCH - INSTALLATION).
QUAD/CLUB CABS
(1) Position carpet or mat in vehicle.
(2) Install quarter trim panels. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
INSTALLATION)
(3) Install rear seat belt buckles.
(4) Install the C-pillar trim panels, if equipped.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM -
INSTALLATION)
(5) Install rear closure panel trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR CLOSURE PANEL TRIM -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the rear seat belt buckles. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT BUCKLE -
INSTALLATION)
(7) Install emergency jack tool kit.
(8) Install the transfer case shifter boot if not
equipped with a center console. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/SHIFT BOOT/TRANSFER CASE -
INSTALLATION)
(9) Install the center console, if equipped. (Refer to
23 - BODY/INTERIOR/CENTER CONSOLE -
INSTALLATION)
(10) Install floor shift boot, if equipped.
(11) Install cowl trim covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/COWL TRIM COVER - INSTALLATION).
(12) Install door sill covers (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - INSTALLATION).
(13) Install front and rear seats. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SEATS/SEAT - BENCH SEAT - INSTALLA-
TION) or (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT - SPLIT
BENCH - INSTALLATION) and (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/REAR SEAT - INSTALLATION)
ASSIST HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Disengage tabs attaching assist handle end
covers to assist handle.
(2) Remove screws attaching overhead assist han-
dle to roof rail (Fig. 12).
(3) Separate overhead assist handle from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position assist handle on vehicle.
(2) Install screws attaching overhead assist handle
to roof rail (Fig. 12).
(3) Install tabs attaching assist handle end covers
to assist handle.
COAT HOOK
REMOVAL
(1) Insert a small flat blade into the tip of the
hook.
(2) Carefully pry outward to separate the coat
hook from coat hook base.
(3) Pull coat hook out of roof panel (Fig. 13).
Extended cab shown, standard cab similar.
Fig. 12 Overhead Assist Handle
1 - CAB ASSEMBLY
2 - SCREW
3 - ASSIST HANDLE
4 - TRIM COVER
Fig. 13 Coat HookÐClub/Quad Cab
1 - COAT HOOK
23 - 124 INTERIORBR/BE
CARPETS AND FLOOR MATS (Continued)

(4) Apply accelerator to the surface on the bracket
according to the following instructions:
(a) Crush the vial to saturate the felt applicator.
(b) Remove the paper sleeve.
(c) Apply accelerator to the contact surface on
the bracket.
(d) Allow the accelerator to dry for five minutes.
(e) Do not touch the bracket contact surface
after the accelerator has been applied.
(5) Apply adhesive accelerator to the bracket con-
tact surface on the windshield glass. Allow the accel-
erator to dry for one minute. Do not touch the glass
contact surface after the accelerator has been
applied.
(6) Install the bracket according to the following
instructions:
(a) Apply one drop of adhesive at the center of
the bracket contact-surface on the windshield
glass.
(b) Apply an even coat of adhesive to the contact
surface on the bracket.
(c) Align the bracket with the marked position
on the windshield glass.
(d) Press and hold the bracket in place for at
least one minute.
NOTE: Verify that the mirror support bracket is cor-
rectly aligned, because the adhesive will cure rap-
idly.
(7) Allow the adhesive to cure for 8-10 minutes.
Remove any excess adhesive with an alcohol-damp-
ened cloth.
(8) Allow the adhesive to cure for an additional
8-10 minutes before installing the mirror.
SUN VISOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screws attaching sunvisor to roof (Fig.
19).
(2) If equipped, disengage lighted vanity mirror
connector.
(3) Separate sunvisor from roof.
(4) Remove screw attaching sun visor hook to roof.
(5) Separate sunvisor hook from roof.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position sunvisor hook on roof.
(2) Install screw attaching sunvisor hook to roof.
(3) Position sunvisor on roof.
(4) If equipped, engage lighted vanity mirror con-
nector.
(5) Install screws attaching sunvisor to roof (Fig.
19).
QUARTER TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
REAR SEAT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove door sill cover as necessary to clear
quarter trim.
(3) Remove lower seat belt anchor bolt (Fig. 20).
(4) Remove seat belt tuning loop anchor bolt.
(5) Disengage clips attaching quarter trim panel
from quarter panel.
(6) Route seat belt webbing through opening in
quarter trim panel and remove panel from vehicle.
Fig. 19 Sunvisor
1 - BODY
2 - CLIP
3 - SUNVISOR
Fig. 20 Quarter Trim Panel Ð Club Cab
1 - TURNING LOOP COVER
2 - BELT ASSEMBLY
3 - TRIM PANEL
BR/BEINTERIOR 23 - 127
REAR VIEW MIRROR (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position trim panel in vehicle and route seat
belt webbing through opening in quarter trim panel.
(2) Open quarter vent window.
(3) Position trim panel on quarter panel and
engage clips on upper portion of panel.
(4) Engage clips attaching lower portion of quarter
trim panel to quarter panel.
(5) Install lower seat belt anchor bolt.
(6) Install door sill cover as necessary.
(7) Install rear seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
REAR SEAT - INSTALLATION)
C-PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear floor stowage tray. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR STOWAGE TRAY -
REMOVAL)
(2) Remove door sill cover as necessary to clear
C-pillar trim.
(3) Remove bolt attaching seat belt anchor to floor.
(4) Unsnap turning loop, push cover up and
remove bolt attaching turning loop to C-pillar.(5) Remove seat belt exit plug.
(6) Disengage clips attaching C-pillar trim to
upper C-pillar.
(7) Separate C-pillar trim from C-pillar.
(8) Route seat belt webbing through opening in
C-pillar trim.
INSTALLATION
(1) Route seat belt webbing through opening in
C-pillar trim.
(2) Position C-pillar trim at C-pillar.
(3) Starting at the top, engage clips attaching
C-pillar trim to upper C-pillar.
(4) Install seat belt exit plug.
(5) Install bolt attaching turning loop to C-pillar
and position turning loop cover. Snap turning loop
cover into place.
(6) Install bolt attaching seat belt anchor to floor.
(7) Install door sill cover.
(8) Install rear floor stowage tray. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FLOOR STOWAGE TRAY -
INSTALLATION)
23 - 128 INTERIORBR/BE
QUARTER TRIM PANEL (Continued)

SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SEATS
DESCRIPTION..........................131
OPERATION............................131
CENTER CONSOLE LID
REMOVAL.............................131
INSTALLATION..........................132
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/CONSOLE
REMOVAL.............................132
INSTALLATION..........................132
CENTER SEAT ARMREST/LATCH COVER
REMOVAL.............................132
INSTALLATION..........................132
LUMBAR SUPPORT
REMOVAL.............................133
INSTALLATION..........................133
SEAT - BENCH SEAT
REMOVAL.............................133
INSTALLATION..........................133
SEAT - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL.............................134
INSTALLATION..........................134
SEAT BACK - BENCH SEAT
REMOVAL.............................135
INSTALLATION..........................135
SEAT BACK - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL.............................135
INSTALLATION..........................136
SEAT BACK COVER
REMOVAL.............................137
INSTALLATION..........................137
SEAT BACK COVER - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL.............................137
INSTALLATION..........................138SEAT BACK RECLINER
REMOVAL.............................138
INSTALLATION..........................138
SEAT CUSHION
REMOVAL.............................138
INSTALLATION..........................138
SEAT CUSHION COVER
REMOVAL.............................139
INSTALLATION..........................139
SEAT CUSHION COVER - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL.............................139
INSTALLATION..........................140
SEAT RISER
REMOVAL.............................141
INSTALLATION..........................141
SEAT TRACK
REMOVAL.............................141
INSTALLATION..........................141
SEAT TRACK - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL.............................142
INSTALLATION..........................142
EASY ENTRY SEAT TRACK
REMOVAL.............................142
INSTALLATION..........................142
SEAT TRACK ADJUSTER
REMOVAL.............................143
INSTALLATION..........................143
STANCHION COVER
REMOVAL.............................143
INSTALLATION..........................143
REAR SEAT
REMOVAL.............................144
INSTALLATION..........................144
SEATS
DESCRIPTION
Seat modules are made up of a seat frame, seat
cushion, seat back cushion, a covering material, and
the electrical components used for power operation, if
equipped. Some seat systems also contain seat belt
components and supplemental restraint systems.
OPERATION
Seat assemblies transport the occupants in comfort
and safety. Seat assemblies also help position occupants
correctly in the event of airbag deployment. Seat cush-
ions, coverings, and electrical components are service-
able. Refer to the appropriate group in this manual.
CENTER CONSOLE LID
REMOVAL
(1) Open console lid.
(2) Using a small flat blade screwdriver, disengage
locking tabs located under the console lid trim bezel.
(3) Separate bezel from lid.
(4) Move driver and passenger seat to full forward
position.
(5) Using a small drift and hammer, tap out con-
sole lid hinge pin.
(6) Separate lid from console.
BR/BESEATS 23 - 131

SEAT - SPLIT BENCH
REMOVAL
STANDARD CAB
(1) Move seat track to forward position.
(2) Hinge seat back forward.
(3) Remove nuts holding outboard and inboard
tracks to floor (Fig. 5).
(4) Move seat track to forward position.
(5) Remove bolt holding inboard seat track to bot-
tom of center occupant seat.
(6) Remove bolts holding front of seat tracks to
floor.
(7) Disengage power seat wire connector from body
harness, if equipped (Fig. 5).
(8) Lift center occupant seat upward to clear rear
attachment stud.
(9) Separate seat from vehicle.
QUAD CAB
(1) Clamp seat belt to prevent belt from retracting.
(2) Move seats to full rearward position.
(3) Remove bolts attaching front of seat tracks to
floor.
(4) Move seats to full forward position.
(5) Remove bolts attaching rear of outboard seat
tracks to floor (Fig. 6).
(6) Remove nuts attaching inboard seat tracks to
floor.
(7) Disengage wire connectors from body harness.
(8) Lift seats upward to clear rear studs.
(9) With the aid of a helper, separate seat from
vehicle.
INSTALLATION
STANDARD CAB
(1) Position seat in vehicle.
(2) Connect power seat wire connector to body har-
ness, if equipped.
(3) Install bolts holding front of seat tracks to
floor. Tighten the bolts to 40 N´m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Install bolt holding inboard seat track to bot-
tom of center occupant seat. Tighten the bolt to 28
N´m (250 in- lbs) torque.
(5) Install nuts holding outboard and inboard
tracks to floor. Tighten the inboard nuts to 40 N´m
(30 ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten the outer nuts to 54 N´m
(40 ft. lbs. torque).
QUAD CAB
(1) Position seat in vehicle.
CAUTION: Verify that power is not being supplied
when engaging connector.
(2) Engage driver's seat belt buckle wire connector.
Engage power seat wire connector to body harness, if
equipped.
(3) Ensure seats are in full forward position.
(4) Install outboard bolts attaching rear of seat
tracks to floor (Fig. 6). Tighten the bolts to 54 N´m
(40 ft. lbs.) torque.
(5) Install nuts attaching inboard seat tracks to
floor. Tighten the nuts to 40 N´m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(6) Move seats to full forward position.
(7) Install bolts attaching front of seat tracks to
floor. Tighten the bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 5 Split Bench Seat
1 - SEAT
2 - POWER SEAT HARNESS CONNECTOR
Fig. 6 Split Bench SeatÐClub/Quad Cab
1 - SEAT
23 - 134 SEATSBR/BE

(3) Remove screws attaching side shield to seat
track adjuster.
(4) Remove seat dump handle.
(5) Pull shoulder belt out completely and clamp
shoulder belt to prevent shoulder belt from retracting
(Fig. 10).
(6) Remove shoulder belt anchor bolt.
(7) From the underside of the seat, remove the
inboard pivot bolt (Fig. 11).
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE UPPER RECLINER
HANDLE, PULL ON UPPER RECLINER HANDLE OR
RECLINER CABLE END. THE RECLINER LEAD
SCREW IS SPRING LOADED AND WILL EJECT IF
EITHER THE HANDLE OR CABLE IS PULLED
BEFORE THE LEAD SCREW IS REMOVED.
(8) Remove clip attaching recliner cable (Fig. 12)to
seat track adjuster and separate the cable from the
seat track adjuster.
(9)
Remove the inboard and outboard pivot bolts
attaching the frame to the seat track adjuster (Fig. 13).
(10) Remove recliner lower bolt.
(11) Separate seat back from seat track adjuster.
INSTALLATION
STANDARD CAB
(1) Align seat cushion with seat back and install
shoulder bolt through seat back into seat cushion
frame on inboard side. Tighten bolt to 49 N´m (36
ft.lbs.) torque.
(2) Install bolts through seat back latch into seat
cushion frame. Tighten bolts to 25 N´m (18 ft.lbs.)
torque.(3) Connect rear end flap J-Straps and pull rear
J-Strap up and secure to frame.
(4) Install seat in vehicle.
(5) Connect power seat switch connector, if
equipped.
Fig. 10 Shoulder Belt Clamp
1 - CLAMP
2 - SEAT BACK
3 - SHOULDER BELT
Fig. 11 Pivot Bolt
1 - SEAT BACK FRAME
2 - RECLINER
3 - SEAT TRACK ADJUSTER
4 - RISER
5 - SEAT CUSHION FRAME
Fig. 12 Recliner Cable
1 - POWER SEAT SWITCH
2 - PIVOT BOLT
3 - RECLINER CABLE
4 - LOWER RECLINER BOLT
5 - SEAT TRACK
6 - SEAT RISER
7 - SEAT TRACK ADJUSTER
23 - 136 SEATSBR/BE
SEAT BACK - SPLIT BENCH (Continued)

QUAD CAB
(1) Position seat back on seat track adjuster.
(2)
Install the inboard and outboard pivot bolts
attaching the frame to the seat track adjuster (Fig. 11).
(3) Install the bolt attaching the lower recliner to
the seat track adjuster.
(4) Position the recliner cable on seat track
adjuster and installnewclip.
(5) Install shoulder belt anchor bolt. Tighten bolt
to 45 N´m (33 ft. lbs.) torque.
(6) Remove clamp (Fig. 10).
(7) Install side shield.
(8) Install recliner handle.
(9) Install seat dump handle, if removed.
SEAT BACK COVER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove seat back from vehicle.(Refer to 23 -
BODY/SEATS/SEAT BACK - BENCH SEAT -
REMOVAL)
(2) Disengage J-Straps from base of seat back.
(3) Remove hogrings, if equipped.
(4) With seat back in a normal vertical position,
roll cover upwards and remove.
INSTALLATION
(1) With seat back in a normal vertical position,
roll cover downwards over seat back.
(2) Install hogrings, if equipped.
(3) Secure J-Straps at base of seat back.
(4) Install seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT BACK - BENCH SEAT - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK COVER - SPLIT
BENCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - SPLIT BENCH - REMOVAL)
(2) Using a trim stick or equivalent tool, pry off
lumbar handle, if equipped (Fig. 14). (Damage to
lumbar handle may occur during removal, verify
availability of replacement handle before removing.)
(3) Remove latch release knob (Fig. 14).
(4) Remove latch release bezel.
(5) Disengage J-Straps from base of seat back.
(6) Remove hog rings, if equipped.
Fig. 14 Lumbar Handle Removal
1 - LUMBAR CAM
2 - BEZEL
3 - RELEASE LATCH KNOB
4 - LUMBAR HANDLE
Fig. 13 Recliner
1 - SEAT BACK
2 - RECLINER
3 - SEAT TRACK
BR/BESEATS 23 - 137
SEAT BACK - SPLIT BENCH (Continued)