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Rear Seat-Back 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 the seat side bolsters (both sides).
2. Remove these items:

- Rear door opening trim (both sides)
- Rear pillar trim (both sides)
- Rear bulkhead cover
- Center anchor bolt of the center belt
- Center belt lid
- High mount brake light
- Lock cylinder trim
- Rear shelf

3. Disconnect the cylinder rod from the trunk compartment. Refer to the Seat-back Latch Replacement, step 2.




4. Remove the bolts, then remove the seat-back lock cylinder.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the cylinder rod is connected securely.
- Make sure the seat-back open properly.