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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area c an often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the c onsole panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the c onsole at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lense loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the pos ition the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of thes e incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the \
vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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PRECAUTIONS
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for WorkINFOID:0000000001735735
• When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage or deform it. If a component
may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.
• When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the component
with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.
• Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and keep them.
• Replace a deformed or damaged clip.
• If a part is specified as a non-reusable part, always replace it with new one.
• Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.
• After re-installation is completed, be sure to check that each part works normally.
• Follow the steps below to clean components.
- Water soluble foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the fouled area.
Then rub with a soft and dry cloth.
- Oily foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water wit h mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%), and wipe
the fouled area.
Then dip a cloth into fresh water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the detergent off. Then rub with
a soft and dry cloth.
• Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol, or gasoline.
• For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.
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1. Headrest 2. Headrest holder with multi-position
lock 3. Seatback assembly
4. Lumbar switch bezel 5. Power seat switch escutcheon 6. Recliner switch knob
7. Slide switch knob 8. Driver power seat frame assembly 9. LH outer leg cover
10. Driver seat wiring harness 11. Bolt cover 12. Seat cushion outer finisher
13. Outer pedestal finisher 14. Seat cushion front finisher15. Seat cushion inner finisher
16. Seat cushion frame 17. Seat cushion heating element 18. Seat cushion pad
19. Seat cushion trim cover 20. Armrest assembly 21. Headrest holder
22. Seat slide/ recline switch 23. Lumbar switch
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001606205
REMOVAL
When removing or installing the seat trim, handle it carefully to keep dirt out and avoid damage.
CAUTION:
• Before removing the front seat, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait
at least 3 minutes.
• When checking the power seat circuit for continuity using a circuit tester, do not confuse its connec-
tor with the side air bag module connector. Su ch an error may cause the air bag to deploy.
• Do not drop, tilt, or bump the side air bag modul e while installing the seat. Always handle it with
care.
• After front side air bag module inflat es, front seatback assembly must be replaced.
• Front passenger seat is equipped with an Occupant Classification System sensor and control mod-
ule. Do not disassemble front passenger seat cushion assembly or remove the trim as this will affect
the Occupant Classificatio n System calibration.
• Always replace passenger seat cushion as an assembly.
1. Slide the seat until the four body mounting bolts are visible and a tool can be inserted.
NOTE:
• If disassembling the seat after removal, set the front/rear cushion lifters to the top position.
2. Disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
3. Disconnect the side air bag module harness connector.
4. Remove the four body mounting bolts.
5. Disconnect the power seat harness connectors and remove the seat from the vehicle.
NOTE:
When removing and installing the seat, use shop cloths to protect the vehicle from damage.
INSTALLATION
• Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
19. Outer pedestal finisher20. Seat cushion outer finisher21. Seat cushion assembly
22. Power seat switch escutcheon 23. Slide switch knob 24. Recliner switch knob
25. Seatback assembly 26. Headrest holder27. Seat slide/ recline switch
28. Power lumbar switch
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10. Reclining device inner mid cover 11. Armrest assembly 12. Armrest bolt cover
13. Armrest trim cover 14. Latch assembly 15. Seat cushion mat springs
16. Seat cushion mat 17. Seat cushion frame assembly 18. Seat support trim cover
19. Seat support pad assembly 20. Lower rear seat cover 21. Lower rear seat cover inner
22. Outboard cushion floor latch 23. Seat cushion support frame assem- bly24. Lower rear seat cover outer
25. Seat cushion pad 26. Inner inboard reclining device cover 27. Outer inboard reclining device cover
28. Seat latch and recliner release 29. Reclining device outer mid cover 30. Reclining device lever
31. Reclining device outer cover 32. Seatback trim cover 33. Seat cushion trim cover
34. Seat cushion heating element
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Second row center
19. Seat cushion support frame assem- bly 20. Inboard cushion floor latch
21. Lower rear seat cover inner
22. Lower rear seat cover 23. Seat support pad assembly 24. Seat support trim cover
25. Seat cushion mat 26. Seat cushion mat springs 27. Latch assembly
28. Armrest assembly 29. Armrest trim cover 30. Reclining device outer cover
31. Reclining device inner mid cover 32. Seatback frame 33. Seat actuator assembly
34. Seat cushion heating element
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THIRD SEAT
W/O Power FoldingINFOID:0000000001606217
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000001606218
Third seat LH
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Third seat RH
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1. RH third seat assembly 2. Seatback assembly 3. Seatback pad
4. Seatback trim cover 5. Seat cushion assembly 6. Seat cushion trim cover
7. Seat cushion pad 8. Flex mat springs 9. Flex mat
10. Front link covers 11. Seat cushion frame 12. RH hinge cover
13. LH hinge cover 14. Seatback frame assembly 15. Seatback board
16. Seatback cable assembly 17. Release handle bezel 18. Headrest holder, locking
19. Headrest holder, free 20. Headrest
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