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How do you remove rear seat in a 2009 rav4?

To remove the rear seat in a 2009 Toyota RAV4, follow these steps:

1. Open the rear doors.

2. Locate the two plastic covers on the rear seat bottom cushion.

3. Pry up the covers with a flat-head screwdriver or other thin object to release them.

4. Once the covers are removed, you will see two 14mm bolts.

5. Use a wrench to loosen and remove the bolts.

6. Lift up the rear seat bottom cushion and remove it from the vehicle.

7. Locate the two 12mm bolts at the base of the rear seat backrest.

8. Use a wrench to loosen and remove the bolts.

9. Pull the seat backrest forward to disengage it from the hooks at the top of the seat, and remove it from the vehicle.

To reinstall the rear seat, simply follow the steps above in reverse order.