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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY BRIGHTON WAGON AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR SEAT
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Rear Seat
1998 Subaru Legacy Brighton Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Rear Seat
REMOVAL
1. Remove bolts securing hinges (located at front of seat) to body.
2. Pull strap (located in middle rear portion of cushion) to release lock. Lift cushion out and away from body.
3. Pull knobs (located at each side of backrest's upper portion) up to release lock, and fold backrest all the way forward.
4. Remove the bolt (1) and then remove backrest. (LH side)
5. Remove the bolt (2) and then remove backrest (RH side) from hinge bracket (3).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Do not allow center seat belt to get under cushion when folding cushion.
- Ensure that side seat belt tongue is free from cushion and trim panel.
- Lift front of cushion to ensure that cushion is properly locked.
1. Remove bolts securing hinges (located at front of seat) to body.
2. Pull strap (located in middle rear portion of cushion) to release lock. Lift cushion out and away from body.
3. Pull knobs (located at each side of backrest's upper portion) up to release lock, and fold backrest all the way forward.
4. Remove the bolt (1) and then remove backrest. (LH side)
5. Remove the bolt (2) and then remove backrest (RH side) from hinge bracket (3).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Do not allow center seat belt to get under cushion when folding cushion.
- Ensure that side seat belt tongue is free from cushion and trim panel.
- Lift front of cushion to ensure that cushion is properly locked.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.