How to remove the second row seat to access the fuel pump?

RLGRIFFINX

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2012 KIA SORENTO
2.4L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
275,000 MILES

I have to replace the fuel pump and it's under the second row (rear in my car) seat. I've searched everywhere but can't find the definite way to remove the rear seat cushion in this car. It's a base model (not EX, LX, etc.). The seat bottom will not pull out by pulling up on the front and removing in that manner. I've seen bolts both front and back that are probably what I need to remove but want to be sure before proceeding. Any help would be appreciated.

Friday, June 30th, 2023 AT 7:45 AM

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MATHGEN

MECHANIC
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Hello. Here is a removal and reinstalment procedure. I hope this is what you need. Please let me know how it goes.

Secondary Seat

Seat Assembly Replacement
1. Disconnect the seat track cover, then loosen the mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :
44.1 - 58.8 N.M (4.5 - 6.0 Kgf.M, 32.5 - 43.4 lb-ft)
2. Fold the seat.

3. Loosen the mounting bolt and seat belt buckle mounting bolt, then remove the seat assembly (A).

4. Disconnect the connector (A), then remove the seat assembly.

5. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
Seat mounting bolt and nut installation procedure.
- Tighten temporarily in the order of nut and bolt on the front of recliner hinge installation part.
- After completely tightening completely the bolt on the back of the recliner hinge installation part, tighten the bolt on the front of it completely.
- Setting down the seat cushion, tighten the mounting bolt of the cushion frame hinge.
- Check if reclining the seat and folding seat back operate smoothly.

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