For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the split/folding rear seat back. Refer to Rear Split Folding Seat Back Replacement .
2. Remove the seat back pivot bolt and bushing.
3. Unfasten the hook and the loop retainer at the bottom of the seat back cover.
4. Remove the staples from the bottom of the seat back cover.
5. Reach inside of the seat back cover and unfasten the hook and the loop retainers.
6. Remove the rear seat back cover, by pulling the cover up and over the pad.

### Installation Procedure

1. Align the marks on the seat back to the marks on the pad.
2. Pull the seat back cover over the pad and align the hook and the loop retainers.
3. Use firm hand pressure in order to fasten the hook and the loop retainers.
4. Install new staples to the seat back cover.
5. Align the hook and the loop retainers at the bottom of the seat back cover.
6. Use firm hand pressure in order to fasten the retainers.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

7. Install the seat back pivot bolt and bushing.

Tighten
Tighten the pivot bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

8. Install the split/folding rear seat back. Refer to Rear Split Folding Seat Back Replacement .