I purchased a used Toyota van knowing the third row seat is stuck in the stowed position. This inability takes away a lot of the versatility of this flat floored and/or 7 passenger vehicle, especially for cargo and camping. This video features highlights of my exploration of the repair process. I did not find much information about the process before beginning, so this video is intended to help others conquer the same challenge. I've heard this fix is worth $1000 or more for a replacement seat, if taken to a dealership
