Repair Procedures: Replacement
CAUTION:
- Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
- When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
NOTE:
- Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Remove the front seat back cover.
(Refer to - "FRONT SEAT BACK COVER ")
- Remove the front seat cushion cover.
(Refer to - "FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER ")
- After loosening the mounting bolts, detach the front seat back frame assembly (A) from the front seat cushion frame assembly (B).
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 53.9 N.m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf.m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb.ft)
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Information
- For the seat equipped with side airbag, remove the side airbag from the seat frame assembly.
(Refer to Restraint - "SIDE AIRBAG (SAB) MODULE ")
- Before service, be fully aware of precautions and service procedure relevant to air bag.
(Refer to Restraint - "SIDE AIRBAG (SAB) MODULE ")
- For the seat equipped with side airbag, remove the side airbag from the seat frame assembly.