Buckle - 3rd Row - Remove And Replace: Remove
- Open the LH falcon wing door.
- Open the liftgate.
- Fold the 2nd row 40 and 60 seats downward.
- Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the rear trunk floor NVH insulator. See NVH Insulator - Floor - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the rear trunk carpet. See Carpet - Rear Trunk (7 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
- Disconnect the 3rd row buckle connectors (x2).
- Remove the 3rd row seat cushion. See Cushion - Seat - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the center 3rd row recliner cover. See Cover - Recliner - 3rd Row - Center (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 3rd row buckle to the seat frame, and then remove the buckle from the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3 in extension
- 14 mm socket
- Ratchet/torque wrench