Seat Assembly Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Kia Optima and 2008 Kia Magentis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the seat assembly mounting cover (A).
After loosening the seat assembly mounting bolts and nuts, remove the seat assembly (B).

Fig 1: Seat Assembly Mounting Bolts & Nuts With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the connector (A), and remove the seat assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Harness Connectors
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Installation is the reverse of removal.

CAUTION: SEAT MOUNTING BOLT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Set the seat into the most rearward position.
Check that each slide is locked, and then tighten the front mounting bolt temporarily.

Fig 3: Locating Seat Mounting (Front)
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Set the seat into most forward position.
Check that each slide is locked, and then tighten the rear mounting bolt completely.

Fig 4: Locating Seat Mounting (Rear)
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Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check the front mounting bolt completely.

Fig 5: Locating Front Seat Mounting Bolt
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Check that the seat operates to and fro smoothy and the locking portion locks properly.

Fig 6: Locating Seat Adjustment Locks
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