lock JEEP LIBERTY 2002 KJ / 1.G Workshop Manual

EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the trim panel and waterdam. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL -
REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the lock switch and flip-up glass
release electrical connectors.
(3) Unclip the threaded clips and disconnect the
actuator rods. (Fig. 2)
(4) Remove the screws.
(5) Remove the nuts and remove the handle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the handle and hold tightly against the
gate and support bracket.
(2) Install the nuts and tighten to 6 N´m (55 in.
lbs.).
(3) Install the screws.
(4) Connect the actuator rods and electrical con-
nectors.
(5) Install the trim panel and waterdam. (Refer to
23 - BODY/SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL - INSTAL-
LATION)
FLIP-UP GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) Open the flip-up glass and disconnect the elec-
trical connectors.(2) Remove the support cylinders. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SWING GATE/FLIP-UP GLASS SUPPORT
CYLINDER - REMOVAL)
(3) Open the glass to the full travel with the sup-
port cylinders off.
(4) Remove the bolts and remove the glass. (Fig. 3)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the flip-up glass and install the hinge
bolts.
(2) Install the support cylinders. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SWING GATE/FLIP-UP GLASS SUPPORT
CYLINDER - INSTALLATION)
(3) Connect the electrical connectors.
(4) Adjust flip-up glass fit if necessary and tighten
the hinge bolts to 7 N´m (60 in. lbs.). (Refer to 23 -
BODY/BODY STRUCTURE/GAP AND FLUSH -
SPECIFICATIONS)
FLIP-UP GLASS LATCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the electrical connectors. (Fig. 4)
(3) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, mark
the location of the latch assembly for installation.
(4) Remove the nuts and remove the latch assem-
bly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the latch assembly.
Fig. 2 EXTERIOR HANDLE
1 - LOCK CYLINDER SCREW
2 - LATCH ACTUATOR ROD CONNECTOR
3 - EXTERIOR HANDLE
4 - NUTS (2)
5 - SCREWS (2)
Fig. 3 FLIP-UP GLASS
1 - BOLTS (4)
2 - HINGE MOUNTING HOLES
3 - DEFROSTER WIRE HARNESS
4 - DEFROSTER ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
5 - FLIPPER GLASS
23 - 136 SWING GATEKJ

(2) Install the nuts and tighten to 12 N´m (9 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Connect the electrical connectors.
(4) Install the trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION)
(5) Adjust the latch to achieve the best glass fit.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/BODY STRUCTURE/GAP AND
FLUSH - SPECIFICATIONS)
HINGE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the swing gate. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SWING GATE/SWING GATE - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the bolts and remove the hinges.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the hinges.
(2) Install the bolts and tighten to 31 N´m (23 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Install the swing gate. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SWING GATE/ SWING GATE - INSTALLATION)
LATCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the trim panel and waterdam. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL -
REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the electrical connector and actua-
tor rod at the threaded clip. (Fig. 5)(3) Remove the screws and remove the latch.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the electrical connector and install the
latch.
(2) Install the screws and tighten to 11 N´m (8 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Connect the actuator rod.
(4) Install the trim panel and waterdam. (Refer to
23 - BODY/SWING GATE/TRIM PANEL - INSTAL-
LATION)
LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
(1) Open the gate and remove the screws attaching
the striker to the d-pillar.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the striker and install the nuts.
(2) Tighten the nuts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(3) Adjust the swing gate as necessary. (Refer to
23 - BODY/BODY STRUCTURE/GAP AND FLUSH -
SPECIFICATIONS)
LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the exterior handle. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SWING GATE/EXTERIOR HANDLE -
REMOVAL)
Fig. 4 FLIP-UP GLASS LATCH
1 - NUTS (2)
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - SWING GATE
4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
5 - FLIP-UP GLASS LATCHFig. 5 LATCH
1 - SWING GATE
2 - LATCH ASSEMBLY
3 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
4 - SCREWS
KJSWING GATE 23 - 137
FLIP-UP GLASS LATCH (Continued)

(2) Remove the clip and remove the lock cylinder
switch.
(3) Remove the screw and remove the lock cylin-
der. (Fig. 6)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the lock cylinder.
(2) Install the screw and tighten to 6 N´m (50 in.
lbs.).
(3) Install the lock cylinder switch and retaining
clip.
(4) Install the exterior handle. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SWING GATE/EXTERIOR HANDLE -
INSTALLATION)
SWING GATE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the spare tire. (Refer to 22 - TIRES/
WHEELS/TIRES/SPARE TIRE - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the quarter trim panel. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
REMOVAL)
(3) Support the swing gate with a suitable lifting
device.
(4) Disconnect the wire harness.(5) Disconnect the check strap from the d-pillar.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/SWING GATE/CHECK STRAP -
REMOVAL)
(6) Remove the bolts and remove the swing gate.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the swing gate and install the bolts.
(2) Tighten the bolts to 31 N´m (23 ft. lbs.).
(3) Adjust the swing gate as needed adding 4 mm
on the right side to compensate for sag after the
spare tire is installed. (Refer to 23 - BODY/BODY
STRUCTURE/GAP AND FLUSH - SPECIFICA-
TIONS)
(4) Connect the wire harness electrical connector.
(5) Connect the check strap. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SWING GATE/CHECK STRAP - INSTALLATION)
(6) Install the quarter trim panel. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
INSTALLATION)
(7) Install the spare tire. (Refer to 22 - TIRES/
WHEELS/TIRES/SPARE TIRE - INSTALLATION)
TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
release the push pin fasteners. (Fig. 7)
(2) Lift trim panel up off of the upper trim panel
clips
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the trim panel and seat the upper
clips.
(2) Fully seat the lower trim panel clips
Fig. 6 LOCK CYLINDER
1 - SCREW
2 - LOCK CYLINDER
3 - EXTERIOR HANDLE
Fig. 7 SWING GATE TRIM PANEL
1 - TRIM PANEL
2 - UPPER TRIM PANEL CLIPS
3 - UPPER TRIM CLIP HOLES
4 - TRIM PANEL LOCATOR HOLES
5 - SWING GATE LOCATOR PINS
6 - PUSH IN FASTENERS
23 - 138 SWING GATEKJ
LOCK CYLINDER (Continued)

LATCH - ACCESS PANEL
DESCRIPTION
This panel provides access to the gate latch if gate
power fails. The gate can be unlocked by reaching in
and pushing the lock lever down.
REMOVAL
(1) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
remove the access panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position and install the access panel.
FLIP-UP GLASS SUPPORT
CYLINDER
REMOVAL
(1) Open the flip-up glass and support.
(2) Release the upper and lower clips.
(3) Remove the support cylinder.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the support cylinder over the ball studs
with the thin end connected to the glass.
(2) Install the retaining clips and remove the sup-
port from the flip-up glass.
KJSWING GATE 23 - 139

INSTRUMENT PANEL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL............................147
INSTALLATION........................147
GLOVE BOX
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................148
GLOVE BOX LATCH
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................148
GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................149
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL............................149
INSTALLATION........................151
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER
REMOVAL............................152INSTALLATION........................153
INSTRUMENT PANEL END CAP
REMOVAL............................153
INSTALLATION........................153
INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZELS
REMOVAL............................153
INSTALLATION........................154
INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER BEZEL
REMOVAL............................154
INSTALLATION........................154
INSTRUMENT PANEL PASSENGER SIDE
BEZEL
REMOVAL............................154
INSTALLATION........................154
KNEE BLOCKER
REMOVAL............................155
INSTALLATION........................155
CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Remove the drives side trim bezels. (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZEL - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the seven screws and remove the clus-
ter bezel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Install the cluster bezel and the seven screws.
(2) Install the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - INSTALLATION)
(3) Install the drives side trim bezels. (Refer to 23
- BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZEL - INSTALLATION)
KJINSTRUMENT PANEL 23 - 147

(1) Open the glove box.
(2) Remove the two striker screws and remove the
latch striker.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Install the striker and install the two screws.
(2) Loosen the screws to adjust if necessary.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
NOTE: Before starting this procedure, be certain to
turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in
the straight-ahead position.(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the speakers.
(4) Remove the floor console. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/FLOOR CONSOLE - REMOVAL)
(5) Remove the radio. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
AUDIO/RADIO - REMOVAL)
(6) Remove the four nuts and remove the center
support bracket. (Fig. 6)
(7) Remove the steering column. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL)
(8) Remove the drivers side cowl trim cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/COWL TRIM COVER -
REMOVAL)
(9) Disconnect the wire harness connector behind
the drivers side cowl trim cover.
(10) Disconnect the green and light blue wire har-
ness bulk connectors at the junction block. (Fig. 1)
(11) Disconnect the electrical connector at the
inner side of the pedal support bracket. (Fig. 2)
(12) Remove the two bolts at the front of the pedal
support bracket. (Fig. 2)
(13) Remove the two bolts from the bottom side of
the pedal support bracket. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 1 JUNCTION BLOCK CONNECTORS
1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - PEDAL SUPPORT BRACKET
4 - JUNCTION BLOCK
KJINSTRUMENT PANEL 23 - 149
GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER (Continued)

(8) Install the two roll down bracket bolts at the
right cowl side panel and tighten to 54 N´m (40 ft.
lbs.).
(9) Install the HVAC mounting bolt at the lower
outside corner of the glove box opening and tighten
to 6 N´m (55 in. lbs.).
(10) Install the HVAC mounting bolt above the
glove box striker.
(11) Install the passenger side trim bezel. (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL PASSENGER SIDE BEZEL - INSTALLA-
TION)
(12) Install the passenger side cowl trim cover.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/COWL TRIM
COVER - INSTALLATION)
(13) Install the glove box. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/GLOVE BOX - INSTALLA-
TION)
NOTE: Do not push or pull bracket. Tighten at the
rest position.
(14) Install the two roll down bracket bolts at the
drivers cowl side panel and tighten to 54 N´m (40 ft.
lbs.).
(15) Install the two bolts at the bottom side of the
pedal support bracket.
(16) Install the two bolts at the front of the pedal
support bracket.
(17) Connect the electrical connector at the inner
side of the pedal support bracket.
(18) Connect the wiring harness electrical connec-
tors at the junction block.
(19) Connect the wire harness electrical connector
behind the drivers side cowl trim cover.
(20) Install the left cowl trim cover. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/COWL TRIM COVER - INSTAL-
LATION)
(21) Install the steering column. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN - INSTALLATION)
(22) Install the two HVAC mounting bolts behind
the center trim.
(23) Install the ground strap and bolt and connect
the restraint module electrical connector.
(24) Install the center support bracket and hold it
tight against the instrument panel.
(25) Tighten the lower nuts to 23 N´m (17 ft. lbs.).
(26) Tighten the upper bracket nuts to 23 N´m (17
ft. lbs.).
(27) Install the radio. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
AUDIO/RADIO - INSTALLATION)
(28) Install the floor console. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/FLOOR CONSOLE - INSTALLATION)
(29) Install the speakers.
(30) Install the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - INSTALLATION)(31) Reconnect the battery ground cable.
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP
COVER
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Remove the a-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM AND GRAB HANDLE -
REMOVAL)
(2) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
release the attachment clips and remove the top
cover. (Fig. 7)
Fig. 7 INSTRUMENT PANEL COVERS
1 - SIDE COVER
2 - INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
3 - TOP COVER
23 - 152 INSTRUMENT PANELKJ
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY (Continued)

(1) Position the passenger side bezel and seat the
retaining clips.
(2) Install the two screws.
KNEE BLOCKER
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION: Do not pry the knee blocker off at the
cover. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in damage to the knee blocker.
(1) At the label located on the lower instrument
panel cross member, place a trim stick C-4755 orequivalent, approximately 25 mm (1 in.) up directly
behind the lower edge of the knee blocker.
(2) Release the lower clips and pull off the knee
blocker.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Position the knee blocker aligning attachment
clips.
(2) Pressing close to the attachment clips, fully
seat the lower and then the upper clips.
KJINSTRUMENT PANEL 23 - 155
INSTRUMENT PANEL PASSENGER SIDE BEZEL (Continued)

SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HEADREST
REMOVAL............................164
INSTALLATION........................164
HEADREST SLEEVE
REMOVAL............................164
INSTALLATION........................164
SEAT - FRONT
REMOVAL............................165
INSTALLATION........................165
SEAT BACK - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................166
SEAT BACK RECLINER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................166
SEAT BACK COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT BACK CUSHION - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167MANUAL SEAT RISER
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT TRACK
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT - REAR
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT BACK - REAR
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT BACK COVER - REAR
REMOVAL............................169
INSTALLATION........................169
SEAT BACK CUSHION - REAR
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................170
FOLDING REAR SEAT BACK LATCH / LOCK
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................170
REAR SEAT BACK LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................171
SEAT BACK FRAME - REAR
REMOVAL............................171
INSTALLATION........................171
SEAT CUSHION - REAR
REMOVAL............................171
INSTALLATION........................171
HEADREST
REMOVAL
(1) Depress head restraint release button and lift
head restraint to full up position.
(2) Using a small flat blade, depress tab on right
side head restraint release button and using your
hand, simultaneously press tab on left side head
restraint release button and pull head restraint up to
separate from seat back.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position head restraint in seat back, press tab
on left side head restraint release button and push
down head restraint to secure.
HEADREST SLEEVE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the headrest. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/HEADREST - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the headrest sleeve cover.
(3) Rotate head restraint sleeve 1/4 turn counter-
clockwise to release retaining tab.
(4) Pull sleeve from seat back frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position sleeve in seat back frame.
(2) Rotate head restraint sleeve 1/4 turn clockwise
to engage retaining tab.
(3) Install the headrest sleeve cover.
(4) Install the headrest. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/HEADREST - INSTALLATION)
23 - 164 SEATSKJ

(4) Slide the seat to the forward position and
install the rear bolt and nut.
(5) Tighten the fasteners to 43 N´m (32 ft. lbs.).
(6) Install the seat belt anchor and bolt. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK - FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the seat cushion side shields. (Refer to
23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS
- REMOVAL)
(3) Disconnect the lock out cable from both reclin-
ers. (Fig. 2)
(4) Remove the bolts and remove the seat back.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the seat back and install the bolts.
(2) Tighten the bolts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(3) Connect the lock out cable to both recliners.
(4) Install the belt buckle. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT BUCKLE - INSTAL-
LATION)
(5) Install the side shields. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS - INSTAL-
LATION)
(6) Install the seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT - FRONT - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK RECLINER -
FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Position the seat back cover out of the way and
remove the bolts. (Fig. 3)
(3) Remove the recliners from the seat back frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the recliners onto the seat back.
(2) Position the seat back cover aside and install
the recliner bolts.
(3) Tighten the bolts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the head rest and remove the trim
caps. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/HEADREST -
REMOVAL)
(3) Disconnect the j-straps.
(4) Remove the two lower hog rings.
(5) Partially remove the seat back cover and
remove the two upper hog rings.
(6) Remove the seat back cover.
Fig. 2 SEAT BACK RECLINER
1 - LOCK OUT CABLE
2 - BOLTS
3 - RECLINER
4 - SEAT BACK
Fig. 3 SEAT BACK RECLINER
1 - SEAT BACK RECLINER
2 - BOLTS
3 - SEAT BACK
23 - 166 SEATSKJ
SEAT - FRONT (Continued)