Front Seat Assembly: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
• The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
2. REMOVE SEAT TRACK BRACKET COVER OUTER LH 
   1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and remove the bracket cover.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 1: Identifying Claws On Bracket Cover

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3. REMOVE SEAT TRACK BRACKET COVER INNER LH 
   1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 3 claws and remove the cover.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

4. REMOVE FRONT SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY 
5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY 
   Fig 2: Identifying Claw On Seat Track Bracket Cover Inner LH

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   1. Lift up the seat track adjusting handle and move the seat to the rearmost position.
   2. Remove the 2 bolts on the front side of the seat.
   3. Lift up the seat track adjusting handle and move the seat to the foremost position.
   4. Remove the 3 bolts on the rear side of the seat.
   5. Lift up the seat track adjusting handle and move the seat to the center position. Also, operate the reclining adjuster release handle and move the seatback to the upright position.
   6. Disconnect the connectors under the seat. Then remove the front seat.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.