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Remove the Rear Seat of a Defender

Model: Land Rover Defender MK 5 - Years 1983-1990
Part: Seat

Let's look at removing the seat from a Land Rover Defender. Open the door and examine the removal of the front seat. Remove the seat cushion to access the seat mounting bolts, then use a socket wrench to remove the bolts located at the front. Move the seatback forward and remove the mounting bolts from the rear of the track. Finally, disconnect the power connectors for the front seat if present. Install the new seat by following the disassembly steps mentioned earlier. Reinstall all components associated with the front seat.

Updated on 4 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Open a Stuck Boot on the Peugeot 407?

On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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