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Electric seats not working?

Tiny
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The rear seat is suppose to fold down giving access to trunk. There are two options, one insert key into slot at top of seat and turn clockwise. Two, open trunk and pull latch. I have tried both of these with no results. Do you have any suggestions as to how to get the back seat to fold down?
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STEVE W.
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If the seat has not been folded down before it is possible the pivots have rusted and will not allow it to move. Or the latch is not releasing fully. Does it feel/sound like the latch is releasing when you turn the key? Does it feel any different if you push in on the seat as you turn the key?
The attached shows the latch assembly. The cover in the trunk area comes off with a screw. You could remove the cover and see if the latch rod and the rest of the parts are moving when you actuate the latch. It may just be corroded or possibly disconnected.
If the pivot at the bottom is moving and the lock rod is moving, take a pair of pliers and pull the lock rod a bit, it is possible it has gotten bent enough that it does not release the latch.
Good luck, please reply back with what you find.
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Tiny
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You are more than likely right about it being stuck, since I cannot even get the key to turn. The latch in the trunk pulls without any problem. Maybe I need someone to pull on seat while I pull the latch. I am going to remove the screw and take a look inside, I will let you know how things go. Thanks so very much for your help and diagram.
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Tiny
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I was able to get the seat to fold down with the help of a friend, My friend pulled it down while I was holding latch in trunk.
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Did you pull the cover and check the linkage? Did it go down easy once you got the latch released?
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Thanks for your help.
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Can I put a hundai driver seat on a honda accord?
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We only recommend direct fit parts. The bolt holes that secure the seat are reinforced in case of an accident. If you switch seats, chances are you will need to make new holes in the sheet metal of the floor that will not be strong enough to hold the seat in the event of an accident. If everything lines up and the original bolt holes for the seat will work, then it should be okay.
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You're Welcome. Thank you for using 2CarPros. Com
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My front seat reclines as soon as you lean back, if I push down hard on the seat adjuster lever, I can keep it from reclining. What do I need to do or look at to fix this. Thanks
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Hi jp37421,

Seems the reclining mechanism is faulty and to rectify the problem you need to remove and disassemble the seat to repair or relace the mechanism.

Before disassembling, check for foreigh materials lodged in the gears or the adjusting mechanism.
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Hello Gentlemen, I appreciate your site and your information. I have the opportunity to pick up 2 new front seats from a 1993 Accord for my 1991 Accord SE. Would I be able to install these in my 1991 Accord? Would there be any issues with the automatic seat belt? If there is, is there a way around it? Thank you so much
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Hi 747marine,

Thank you for the donation.

It is possible to install the seats but how much modification needed would be another story. I have never done such conversions before so is unable to provide any accurate information. Guess you have to use the easiest method available, trial and error.

However the seat belt anchors should be interchangeable if required
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