Rear Seat-Back Latch and Lock Cylinder

NOTE:
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the interior trim.

1. Remove these items:

- Rear seat-backs and rear seat cushion

2. Remove these items:

- Rear bulkhead cover
- Center anchor bolt of the center belt
- Center belt lid
- High mount brake light
- Lock cylinder trim
- Rear shelf

3. Remove these items:

- Door sill trim (both sides) and rear side trim panel




4. Disconnect the cylinder rods (A) from the seat-back latch (B) on both sides.
5. Remove the bolts (C), then remove the seat-back latch.
6. Remove the screws (D), then remove the seat-back lock cylinder (E) and cylinder rods.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the cylinder rods are securely connected.
- Make sure the seat-backs open properly.