Third Row Seat Disassembly/Reassembly

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Third Row Seat Disassembly/Reassembly
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Special Tools Required 

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

NOTE:
  • Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.
  • Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Remove the third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).
  2. Remove the headrest.
  3. Remove the seat-back knob (A).
    • -1 With a trim tool, pry the lower clips up.
    • -2 Pull the lower part of the knob up, and release the upper hook (B) from the frame.
    • -3 Disconnect the seat-back cable (C).
    Fig 1: Removing Seat-Back Knob
    G03706117Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Pry up the cap (A), and remove the screw, then remove the cushion hook (B). Release the hook (C), then remove the cushion hook trim (D).
    Fig 2: Removing Cushion Hook Trim
    G03706118Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Release the seat cushion cover clips (A, B) around the recline outer cover (C).
    Fig 3: Releasing Seat Cushion Cover Clips
    G03706119Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the screws, then remove the outer recline cover (A). The left outer recline cover is shown in Fig 4 ; the right outer recline cover is similar.
    Fig 4: Removing Outer Recline Cover
    G03706120Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Release the bottom hook (A), and unzip the seat-back cover (B).
    Fig 5: Releasing Bottom Hook And Unzipping Seat-Back Cover (Left Third Row Seat)
    G03706121Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.