How to Remove the Rear Seat of an Accord?
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The method to remove the rear seat of an Accord: There are two clips under the rear seat. First, use your right hand to hold the clip, press the seat downward with your left hand, pull the clip outward with your right hand, and then lift the seat upward to remove it. The Accord's body dimensions are 4930mm in length, 1845mm in width, and 1470mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2775mm. The Accord features an EPS electric power steering system, CMBS collision mitigation braking system, ESS emergency stop signal system, LWC blind spot display system, EPB electronic parking brake system, ABH auto brake hold system, VSA vehicle stability assist system, ACC adaptive cruise control system, HSA hill start assist system, and ACL active cornering light system.
Last time I removed the 10th-gen Accord rear seats myself, what a hassle! First, locate two metal clips at the front base of the seat, right where the seat and backrest meet. Don't yank them directly—use two flathead screwdrivers to wedge into the gaps on both sides of the clips and pry upward simultaneously. Key point: When halfway pried, kneel on the seat with your full body weight to press down until you hear a 'click,' which means it's unlocked. I've seen people bend those clips—costs hundreds to fix. The center rear seatbelt bolt requires a 14mm socket, and when pulling the seat cushion, avoid the footwell vents. Before reinstalling, remember to clean out any biscuit crumbs in the tracks—kids' food debris is the easiest way to jam the clips.
As a car enthusiast who often helps friends with modifications, there are three key points to note when removing the rear seats: The seat cushion clips are usually located at the front one-third of the seat, visible once the rubber strip is lifted; the B-pillar seatbelt anchor is easiest to remove with a ratchet wrench; most importantly, after the 2023 facelift, a hidden hook was added inside the black fabric strap on the back of the seat. I recommend keeping a trim removal tool handy—using a phone light to illuminate the gaps will clearly reveal the metal clip structure. When reinstalling, listen for two consecutive 'clicks' to ensure proper seating, otherwise, the cushion may fly off during sudden braking. Parents installing child seats should also check for rust on the ISOFIX interfaces while at it.
