Subaru Front Seat Jackers (Crosstrek / Forester / Outback / WRX / Impreza / Ascent)
Installation Instructions
Seat Jackers Installation Instructions
Before You Start
- Tools needed: 12mm or 14mm socket, ratchet
- A helper is recommended for lifting the seat
IMPORTANT:
To prevent cross-threading, always start bolts by hand and ensure they thread smoothly before tightening.
Step 1 – Remove Front Bolts
- Remove plastic trim pieces (if applicable).
- Remove both front factory seat bolts (12mm or 14mm socket).
- Loosen the rear seat bolts (do not remove).
NOTE:
The factory M10 fine-thread bolts will be reused in Step 3.
Step 2 – Lift the Seat
- Lift the front of the seat by pushing back on the headrest.
- Or have a helper gently pull the headrest from the rear seat.
Step 3 – Install Seat Jackers to Floor
- Position the Seat Jackers under the front seat mounts.
- Apply Blue Loctite to the factory M10 fine-thread bolts.
- Use the factory bolts to fasten the Seat Jackers to the floor.
- Torque bolts to 39.1 ft-lbs.
IMPORTANT:
Factory bolts are used to secure the Seat Jackers to the floor.
Step 4 – Attach Seat to Seat Jackers
- Apply Blue Loctite to the provided M10-1.25 x 20mm flange bolts (bright finish).
- Thread bolts through the seat rails into the Seat Jackers.
- Start all bolts by hand and leave finger-tight for alignment.
IMPORTANT ALIGNMENT TIP
If the seat rail holes do not line up:
- Lift the seat rail approximately ¼ inch
- Start the bolt a few threads
- Adjust seat rails independently until aligned
Step 5 – Final Torque Sequence
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Torque all bolts to 39.1 ft-lbs in the following order:
- Front Right
- Front Left
- Rear Right
- Rear Left
Final Check
- Verify all bolts are torqued to spec
- Recheck torque after a few days of driving
You're done. Enjoy the improved seating position.
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