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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2006ELEMENT EX, 2.4 YH1, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSREAR SEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLYSEAT SUPPORT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, Standard
Seat Support Removal/Installation
2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, StandardSECTION Seat Support Removal/Installation
- Remove the seat support (A).
- 1 Release the hooks (B), and detach the clip (C), then remove the inner support cover (D).
- 2 Remove the rear seat belt buckle center anchor bolt (E).
- 3 Remove the support bracket covers (F) from both sides.
- 4 Remove the bolts (G).
- 5 Release the support spring (H).
- Install the seat support in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply multipurpose grease to the moving portions of the link (A) as indicated by the arrows.
- Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation.
- Make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt buckle before reinstallation.
- When installing the inner support cover, slip the strap through the hole in the cover.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.