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  1. Savvy

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    #3 Savvy, Jun 24, 2015
    Once ypu get that bolt out, you need to lift the catch lever it is holding down. That frees the inside rods for both seat backs. Lay the seats foward. Then you'll need to lift the seats to a 30 or 45° angle while pulling towards the center of the car. There is a cotter pin that needs to line up with a slot on the panel side rod. You'll see what a mean once you get the first bastard out. Just take your time and breathe.
     
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    #2 mrntd, Jun 24, 2015
    Fold the seats down. There is a bolt in the center between them. Remove it then the seat backs come right off.
     
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    #4 Batrugger, Jun 24, 2015
    Oops, misunderstood
     
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    #5 ColinGreene, Jun 24, 2015
    why pull the back seats to put a gauge in? are you pulling the panel also?
     
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    #6 Goldsmithy, Jun 25, 2015
    Actually, I am taking the rear seat out to install a CD changer, but I will be running a separate 'accessory' circuit (both switched and unswitched) for any goodies I plan to install in the future.

    Thanks for the help. You guys are the best...
     
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    #7 MCS02, Jun 25, 2015
    I have run wires to the back of the car by only removing the bottom seat. then if you drop the top it gives you plenty of room. You may have to move the seat back up and down to find the sweet spot.
     
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    #9 Goldsmithy, Jun 27, 2015
    WOW...thanks guys. I have never gotten the thrill of driving as I do in a MIMI. It will be interesting to see what 'Pepper' morphs into at the end...