Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.
- Remove the upper trunk trim. Refer to 
Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement
.
 
- Remove the upper retaining nuts (1) from the rear seat back.
 
- Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to 
Rear Seat Cushion Replacement
 .
 
- Remove the center seat belt (2) and shoulder belt buckle nut (1), if equipped.
 
- Place the center shoulder belt on the rear shelf panel.
 
- Remove the lower seat back retaining nuts (1).
 
- Pull out on the top of the rear seat back.
 
- Position the rear shoulder belts to clear the rear seat back during removal.
 
- Remove the rear seat back.
 
Installation Procedure
- Install the rear seat back into the car.
 
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the upper retaining nuts (1) to the seat back studs (2).
 
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the upper trunk trim. Refer to 
Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement
.
 
- Install the rear seat back retaining nuts (1).
 
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
Important: 
|    •  | Ensure that the bolt threads and bolt holes are free of any sealer patch material. | 
 
|    •  | Ensure the seat belt buckles are properly positioned. | 
 
- Install the center seat belt (2) and shoulder belt buckle anchor nut (1).
 
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to 
Rear Seat Cushion Replacement
 .