Jeep Wrangler TJ 1997 - 2002 Seat Jackers
Installation Instructions:
General Note: To help prevent cross threading during installation, we recommend verifying bolts and threads by taking the applicable bolts and threading them in by hand to the corresponding hole.
- Step One: Remove both front factory seat base bolts and loosen rear seat bolts, rear bolts have a spring cover. (T50 Torx and 13mm).
- Step Two: Lift the front of the front seat by pushing back on the headrest or by asking a helper to sit in the back seat and gently pull the headrest towards them.
- Step Three: One shim: If installing one Seat Jacker shim, use the shim with "Seat Jackers" engraved on it. Two shims: If installing both Seat Jacker shims, the one with "Seat Jackers" engraved will go on top.
- Step Four: Place the Seat Jackers under the front seat mounts, with Blue Loctite, use the provided M8 Socket Head bolts to fasten the Seat Jackers to the floor of the Vehicle. Torque these two bolts to 25 ft lbs. *IMPORTANT – IF THE SEAT RAIL DOES NOT LINE UP, LIFT UP THE SEAT RAIL .25 INCHES AND THREAD IN THE BOLT A COUPLE OF THREADS. IF NEEDED ADJUST THE SEAT RAILS INDEPENDENTLY TO GET THEM LINED UP. Note: If using one shim, use the provided 40mm bolt. If using both shims, use the provided 50mm bolt.
- Step Four: Torque the front bolts to 25 ft lbs.
- Step Six: Re Torque the rear 13mm hex bolt to 25 ft lbs (door side bolt).
- Step Seven: Re-Torque the rear T50 bolt to 35 ft lbs.
- Step Eight: Installation complete! Now sit back and enjoy.
Check bolt torque at regular intervals and don’t forget to post a review.