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Mitsubishi L200 (5th generation): Rear Seat Removal

The rear seats on the L200 Double Cab consist of two parts: the seat cushion (lower part), which is held by clips, and the seatback, which is held by bolts. The procedure does not require special skills, but you need to be careful with the seat heater wiring and the seatback latch mechanism.

Difficulty: Medium Time: 30-40 minutes Steps: 6 Tools: 14 mm socket, ratchet or wrench, flat-head screwdriver (optional)

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Step by step

6 steps
  1. Open the rear doors and slide the front seats all the way forward for access.
  2. Remove the rear seat cushion. Grab the front edge of the cushion with both hands and pull sharply upward. The cushion is held by 2-3 metal clips and releases when you pull it toward you and up. Lift one side first, then the other.
  3. Once the cushion is removed, disconnect the seat heater connector (if equipped). Press the locking tab and pull the plug.
  4. Unlock the seatback. Pull the loop at the top of the seatback to fold it forward. If the latch is jammed (a known L200 problem), use a homemade tool made from 2-3 mm diameter wire with a 35 mm hooked tip. Insert it from above behind the seatback, between the latch and the striker, and push it toward the windshield until you hear a click.
  5. Remove the 3 seatback mounting bolts with a 14 mm socket. The bolts are located at the bottom of the seatback on the hinges (at the sides and in the center). They become accessible after the seatback is folded down.
  6. Guide the seat belts out of the slots in the seatback, lift the seatback up, and pull it toward you to release it from the brackets.

Common mistakes and warnings

  • When removing the seat, do not jerk the seatback latch cables. The end stops can pop out of their slots, which makes the seatback difficult to close afterward. It is recommended to treat all cables and latches with lubricant (lithium grease, WD-40) to prevent jamming. When reinstalling, make sure the heater connector is securely latched and the bolts are tightened evenly.