Front Seat Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the front seat (with a side air bag) improperly can accidentally deploy the side air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the front seat (with a side air bag). (See SERVICE WARNINGS .)

CAUTION:

When the passenger's seat is removed, perform the seat weight sensor inspection using the WDS or equivalent after installing the passenger's seat. (See SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR INSPECTION .)
When the passenger's seat is replaced with a new one, perform the seat weight sensor calibration using the WDS or equivalent. (See SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR CALIBRATION .)

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute .
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Front Seat Removal Sequence (Torque Specs)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.