NOTE: Take care not to scratch the interior trim. Remove the rear shelf (see page 20-65). Disconnect the cylinder rod (A), and remove the bolts, then remove the seat-back latch (B). Fastener Locations : Bolt, 2 Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the cylinder rod is connected securely. Make sure the seat-back locks securely and opens properly.

NOTE: When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage. Take care not to scratch the interior trim. The lock cylinder is shown, the knob is similar. Remove the lock cylinder trim (A). From trunk compartment, disconnect the cylinder rods from both seat-back latches. Remove the screws, then remove the seat-back lock cylinder/knob (A) and cylinder rods (B). Fastener Locations : Screw, 2 Install the lock cylinder/knob in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the cylinder rod is connected securely. Make sure the seat-back opens properly.