Seat Support Removal/Installation

2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, StandardSECTION Seat Support Removal/Installation
  1. 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).
    Fig 1: Removing Support Bracket Covers And Torque Specifications
    G03679463Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. 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.
Fig 2: Applying Multipurpose Grease Point
G03679464Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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