ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT

Seat Hardware, Trim, and Upholstery

SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Specification
Application Metric English
Front Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer Screw 5 N.m 44 lb in
Front Seat Adjuster Handle Screw 2 N.m 18 lb in
Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Screw 4 N.m 35 lb in
Front Seat Back Cushion Frame Bolt (8-Way Power Only) 35 N.m 26 lb ft
Front Seat Back Cushion Frame Bolt (6-Way Hybrid and
20 N.m 15 lb ft
2/4 Way Power)
Front Seat Cushion Frame Bolts 35 N.m 26 lb ft
Front Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Rear Screw 4 N.m 35 lb in
Front Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Side Screw 5 N.m 44 lb in
Front Seat Mounting Bolt - Oshawa Built 45 N.m 33 lb ft
Front Seat Mounting Bolt - Ruesselsheim Built 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Front Seat Outer Recliner Finish Cover Screw 4 N.m 35 lb in
Rear Seat Back Cushion Hinge Nut 43 N.m 32 lb ft
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Rear Seat Latch Bolt 45 N.m 33 lb ft

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Fig. 1: Driver or Passenger Seat (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure

1. SIR Disabling and Enabling. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
1 Cap
Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Fastener

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
2

Tighten
5 N.m (44 lb in)
3 Seat Belt Tensioner Cover
4 Driver or Passenger Seat Belt

Driver or Passenger Seat Fastener (Qty: 2)

Procedure
 1. Move front seat high adjuster in middle position.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Seat belt release at seat belt tensioner.
4. Disconnect the central wiring harness connector at bottom.
5 5. Unscrew both fasteners at the rail guide.
6. Remove the front seat out of the vehicle with two persons.

Tighten
45 N.m (30 lb ft)
6 Driver or Passenger Seat

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER FRONT SPACER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 2: Front Seat Adjuster Front Spacer

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Front Seat Adjuster Front Spacer Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
Front Seat Adjuster Front Spacer
1
TIP: Use a small commercial screwdriver for clip out the spacer.
FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER KNOB REPLACEMENT (LOWER - 8-WAY-POWER)

Fig. 3: Front Seat Adjuster Knob (Lower - 8-Way-Power)

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Front Seat Adjuster Knob Replacement (Lower - 8-Way-Power)

Callout Component Name
Front Seat Adjuster Knob
1
TIP: Use a small flat-bladed tool to clip out the knob.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER HANDLE REPLACEMENT (2/4/6-WAY HYBRID, 6-

WAY HYBRID SPORT)
Fig. 4: Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Handle
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Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Handle Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport)
Callout Component Name
Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Handle Fastener

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution

1
Procedure
For removal of the driver or passenger seat adjuster handle move the front seat full
backward.
Tighten
3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
2 Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Handle

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER TRACK FINISH COVER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 5: Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover & Fastener
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Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Replacement

Callout Component Name
Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover Fastener

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
Front Seat Adjuster Track Finish Cover

Procedure

1. Move front seat height adjuster into the middle position.

2
2. Move the driver or passenger seat fully forward.
3. Clip out the front seat adjuster track finish cover at rear.
4. Move the front seat adjuster track finish cover at front.
5. Remove the front seat adjuster track finish cover.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT (WITHOUT AHS)

Fig. 6: View Of Driver Or Passenger Seat Head Restraint, Clips & Bezels (Without AHS)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Replacement (without AHS)

Callout Component Name
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Bezel (Qty: 2)

Procedure
1
1. Raise the headrest to gain access to the head restraint bezel.
2. Twist the bezel counter clockwise and push the bezel upward on the head restraint
shaft.
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Clip (Qty: 2)
Procedure
Using a suitable pointed or flat bladed tool, push the metal clip forward while pulling
2
upward on the head restraint.
TIP: If the clip becomes dislodged, it may be necessary to remove the guides to reset the
clips.
3 Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint

FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE BEZEL REPLACEMENT (2/4/6-WAY HYBRID, 6-WAY
HYBRID SPORT)
Fig. 7: Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel
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Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
2. Remove front seat head restraint adjust rod guide. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
1 Front Seat Head Restraint Adjust Rod Guide
Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel

Procedure

1. Position front seat head restraint guide bezel.

2
2. Attach front seat head restraint guide bezel at front seat head restraint adjust rod
guide.

TIP: After removal of head restraint install both head restraint adjust rod guides.

FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE BEZEL REPLACEMENT (8-WAY POWER)

Fig. 8: Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel (8-Way Power)
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Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel Replacement (8-Way Power)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel
1
TIP: Twist the bezel to remove.

FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE REPLACEMENT

Fig. 9: Identifying Front Seat Head Restraint Adjust Rod Guides
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Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Adjust Guide (Qty: 2)
Procedure
1 Using a suitable flat-bladed tool, slide the tool on the outside of the guide until it finds the
slot. Then push the plastic slot inward and pull up upward to remove the guide from the seat
back frame.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT OUTER ADJUSTER FINISH COVER REPLACEMENT (8-WAY

POWER)
Fig. 10: Driver Or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster Finish Cover (8-Way Power)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power)
Callout Component Name
Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster Finish Cover
Procedure
1
To remove the driver or passenger seat outer adjuster finish cover move the driver or
passenger seat full forward and move the high adjuster in middle position.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER FINISH COVER REPLACEMENT (8-WAY-POWER)

Fig. 11: Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover (8-Way-Power)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Open the front door.

2. Release the driver seat retractor side belt.
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
4. Remove the front seat adjuster and recliner knob.

Use a small flat-bladed tool to unclip the adjuster and recliner knob.
1 Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer
2 Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Fastener
Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer

Procedure
3
1. Disengage front retainer.
2. Pull up on the front of cover to disengage the front hook.
3. Carefully pull up on the center of the cover to disengage the center hook.
Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover
 Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

2. Disengage and remove the remainder of the finish cover by pulling the cover upward
4 and outboard away from the seat.

NOTE:
When reinstalling the finish cover, re-snap the front retainer together around the finish
cover retainer rod.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER FINISH COVER RETAINER REPLACEMENT (4-

WAY HYBRID, 6-WAY HYBRID SPORT)

Fig. 12: Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer

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Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer Replacement (4-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid
Sport)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
Driver and Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer (Qty: 2)
 CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

1. Move the front seat to the highest position.

2. Clip out the cap of adjuster finish cover at finish cover.
1 3. Unscrew the fastener of adjuster finish cover at the finish cover.
4. Clip off the adjuster finish cover at finish cover retainer.
5. Clip out the wiring harness connector for the lumbar and high adjuster switch.
6. Unscrew the bolts and remove of front seat adjuster finish cover retainer.

Tighten
5 N.m (4 lb ft)
2 Driver and Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER FINISH COVER RETAINER REPLACEMENT (8-

WAY POWER)

Fig. 13: Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover (8-Way Power)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer Replacement (8-Way Power)
 Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer Fastener (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
5 N.m (45 lb in)
2 Front Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Retainer

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT INNER RECLINER FINISH COVER REPLACEMENT (2/4/6-WAY

HYBRID, 6-WAY HYBRID SPORT)

Fig. 14: Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover & Fasteners
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Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid
Sport)
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure
Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
1 Cap Recliner Cover
Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Fastener (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
2

Tighten
3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
3 Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover

FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT (DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT 6-WAY

HYBRID)

Fig. 15: Front Seat Cushion Cover And Pad

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Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 6-Way Hybrid)
Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat recliner lever. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner
Lever Replacement.
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
7. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
Front Seat Cushion Pad

Procedure

1. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - rear side.

1
2. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - left side.
3. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - right side.
4. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - front side.
5. Remove the seat cushion pad with the cushion cover.
Front Seat Cushion Cover

Procedure
2
1. Remove the hog rings from the under side of the seat cushion.
2. Pull the cushion cover off the cushion pad.

FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT (DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT 2-WAY, 4-

WAY)
Fig. 16: Front Seat Cushion Cover And Pad
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Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 2-Way, 4-Way)
Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat recliner lever. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner
Lever Replacement.
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
 6. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
7. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
Front Seat Cushion Pad

Procedure

1. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - rear side.

1
2. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - left side.
3. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - right side.
4. Clip out the cushion cover at seat frame - front side.
5. Remove the seat cushion pad with the cushion cover.
Front Seat Cushion Cover

Procedure
2
1. Remove the hog rings from the under side of the seat cushion.
2. Pull the cushion cover off the cushion pad.

FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT (8-WAY POWER)

Fig. 17: Front Seat Cushion Cover (8-Way Power)
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Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (8-Way Power)

Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
Front Seat Cushion Cover

Procedure

1. Clip out cushion cover at seat frame - rear side.

2. Clip out cushion cover at seat frame - left side.
1
3. Clip out cushion cover at seat frame - right side.
4. Clip out cushion cover at seat frame - front side.
5. Remove seat cushion with cushion pad.
6. Remove the hog rings from the under side of the seat cushion.
7. Pull the cushion cover from the cushion pad.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT

Fig. 18: Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Frame
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Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Frame Replacement

Callout Component Name

WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the driver or passenger seat back cushion frame. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back
Cushion Frame Replacement (6-Way Hybrid), Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion
Frame Replacement (2/4-Way), Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement
(8-Way Power).
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster vertical actuator. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Vertical Adjuster Actuator Replacement (4/6/8-Way) .
3. Remove the front seat tilt adjuster actuator. Refer to Front Seat Tilt Adjuster Actuator
Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat 8-Way Power) .
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster handle. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Handle Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
 5. Remove the driver or passenger seat cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover
Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 6-Way Hybrid), Front Seat Cushion Cover
Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 2-Way, 4-Way), Front Seat Cushion Cover
Replacement (8-Way Power).
6. Remove the front seat cushion cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad
Replacement (2-Way, 4-Way Hybrid), Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad Replacement
(8-Way Power).
7. Remove the front seat adjuster memory bracket.
8. Disconnect the electrical connector.
9. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
1 Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Frame

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION PAD REPLACEMENT (2-WAY, 4-WAY HYBRID)

Fig. 19: Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad (2-Way, 4-Way Hybrid)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad Replacement (2-Way, 4-Way Hybrid)

Callout Component Name

WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning
WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat recliner lever. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner
Lever Replacement.
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
7. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
Front Seat Cushion Cover

Procedure

1. Release the cushion cover at seat frame - rear side.

1
2. Release the cushion cover at seat frame - left side.
3. Release the cushion cover at seat frame - right side.
4. Release the cushion cover at seat frame - front side.
5. Remove the seat cushion pad with cushion cover.
Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad

Procedure
2
1. Remove the hog rings from the under side of seat cushion.
2. Pull the Cushion cover off the cushion pad.

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION PAD REPLACEMENT (8-WAY POWER)

Fig. 20: Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad (8-Way Power)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad Replacement (8-Way Power)

Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the front seat cushion cover. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (Driver
or Passenger Seat 6-Way Hybrid), Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (Driver or
Passenger Seat 2-Way, 4-Way), Front Seat Cushion Cover Replacement (8-Way Power)
2. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
1 Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION PAD WIRE REPLACEMENT (2-WAY, 4-WAY

HYBRID)
Fig. 21: Driver Or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad Wire & Harness Clips
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Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad Wire Replacement (2-Way, 4-Way Hybrid)
Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning

WARNING:
To avoid personal injuries, re-zero the passenger presence system whenever you remove or replace
the seat cushion or trim. Failure to do so may cause the system to malfunction.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the front seat cushion pad. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Cushion Pad
Replacement (2-Way, 4-Way Hybrid).
2. When working with the passenger seat re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system
whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer
to Control Module References
1 Wiring Harness Clips (Qty: 5)
2 Front Seat Cushion Pad Wire

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT BACK CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT (8-WAY-POWER)

Removal Procedure
 WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING: Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back
trim cover with an internal mounted seat side airbag module.
Replace the complete seat back trim cover from the OEM. Non-OEM
seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which could
result in personal injury.

1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
4. Remove driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
5. Remove driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner
Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. Remove the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel
Replacement (8-Way Power).
 Fig. 22: Recliner Control Shaft And Securing Clip
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7. Clip out retaining ring (1) of recliner control shaft (2).

Fig. 23: Cushion Strap And Seat Frame

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8. Unhinge the cushion strap (1) from the seat frame.

 Fig. 24: Front Seat Back Cushion From The Backrest
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9. Release the front seat back cushion from the backrest left side (1) and right side (2).
 Fig. 25: Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module And Nuts
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10. Release both fasteners (1, 2) from the seat side inflatable restraint module (3).
 Fig. 26: Wiring Harness Connector And From Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module
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11. Disconnect the wiring harness connector (2) from the seat side inflatable restraint module (1).
 Fig. 27: Front Seat Back Cushion With Cushion Pad And Backrest Frame
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12. Remove the front seat back cushion with the cushion pad (1) from the backrest frame (2).
 Fig. 28: Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module And Textile Straps
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13. Remove the seat side inflatable restraint module (1) out of the textile straps (2).
 Fig. 29: Under Side Of Seat Cushion
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14. Remove the hog rings from the seat cushion (1), pull the cushion cover from the cushion pad (2).

Installation Procedure

1. Install the front seat cushion cover to the cushion pad with new hog rings.
 Fig. 30: Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module And Textile Straps
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2. Install the seat side inflatable restraint module (1) to the cushion cover with the textile straps (2).
 Fig. 31: Front Seat Back Cushion With Cushion Pad And Backrest Frame
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3. Install the front seat back cushion with cushion pad (1) to the backrest frame (2).
 Fig. 32: Wiring Harness Connector And From Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module
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NOTE: Check the correct locking of wiring harness connector (2).

4. Connect the wiring harness connector (2) to the seat side inflatable restraint module (1).
 Fig. 33: Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module And Nuts
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

5. Position the seat side inflatable restraint module (3) to the backrest frame. Tighten both fasteners (1, 2) to
the seat side inflatable restraint module (3).

Tighten

3.25 N.m (29 lb in)

 Fig. 34: Front Seat Back Cushion From The Backrest
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6. Install the front seat back cushion to the backrest left side (1) and right side (2).
7. Install the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel
Replacement (8-Way Power).
8. Install the front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Replacement
(without AHS).
9. Close the cushion at backrest rear side.
10. Install the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner
Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
11. Install the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
12. Install the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
13. Install driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.

FRONT SEAT BACK PAD REPLACEMENT (2/4/6-WAY HYBRID, 6-WAY HYBRID SPORT)
Fig. 35: Front Seat Back Cushion Pad
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Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
2. Remove front seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner
Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
3. Remove front seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish
Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
4. Remove front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
5. Remove seat head restraint adjust rod guide. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
6. Remove driver or passenger seat side inflatable restraint module. Refer to Front Seat Outboard
Seat Back Airbag Replacement .
Cushion and Cushion Pad

Procedure
1
1. Detach cushion from backrest side- left side.
2. Detach cushion from backrest at bottom.
 3. Detach side airbag.
4. Detach cushion at backrest backside- both sides.
5. Remove cushion and cushion pad from backrest frame include airbag.
6. Pull out seat side inflatable restraint module from front seat back cushion pad.
Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad

Procedure
2
1. Remove cushion from cushion pad- 16 hog rings.
2. Remove seat back cushion heater.
3. Remove back cushion vent mat.
3 Front Seat Back Cushion Pad

FRONT SEAT BACK PAD REPLACEMENT (8-WAY POWER)

Fig. 36: Driver Or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Cover And Pad
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Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (8-Way Power)

Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning .
WARNING:
Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an internal
mounted seat side airbag module. Replace the complete seat back trim cover from the OEM. Non-
OEM seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which could result in personal injury.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
4. Remove the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Bezel Replacement (8-Way Power).
Front Seat Seat Back Cushion Cover

Procedure

1. Disengage the j-channel retainers from the seat back cushion frame.
2. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the airbag module.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.
1
4. Remove the airbag module nuts (2). Note the airbag module and harness routing for
re-installation.
5. Remove the airbag from the chute. Refer to Front Seat Outboard Seat Back Airbag
Replacement
6. Remove the seat back cushion cover, pad and airbag from the seat cushion frame as
an assembly.
7. Remove the side inflatable module from the pocket, inside the trim cover.
Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Nut (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
2

Tighten
5.5 N.m (49 lb in)
Front Seat Back Cushion Pad

Procedure
3
1. Remove the hog rings from the seat back pad.
2. Pull the cushion cover off of the pad.
DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT BACK CUSHION PAD WIRE REPLACEMENT (8-WAY-POWER)

Fig. 37: Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Pad Wire (8-Way-Power)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Pad Wire Replacement (8-Way-Power)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning .

1. Disable the SIR System.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
3. Remove the front seat lumbar support. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support
Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar), Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar
Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar).
1 Front Seat Back Cushion Pad Wire Retainer (Qty: 10)
2 Front Seat Back Cushion Pad Wire

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT BACK CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT (6-WAY HYBRID)

Fig. 38: Driver Or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame & Fasteners
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Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement (6-Way Hybrid)

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the front seat recliner lever. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever
Replacement.
4. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. Remove the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Bezel Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
7. Remove the front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
8. Remove the front seat head restraint adjust rod guide. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
 9. Remove the front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way
Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
10. Remove the front seat lumbar support. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support
Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar), Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar
Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar).
Front Seat Back Frame Fastener (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
2 Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT BACK CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT (2/4-WAY)

Fig. 39: Driver Or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame & Fasteners
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Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement (2/4-Way)

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures
 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
3. Remove the front seat recliner lever. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever
Replacement.
4. Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
5. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
6. Remove the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Bezel Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
7. Remove the front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint
Replacement (without AHS).
8. Remove the front seat head restraint adjust rod guide. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
9. Remove the front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way
Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport).
10. Remove front seat lumbar support. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support
Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar), Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar
Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar).
Front Seat Back Frame Fastener (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
2 Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT BACK CUSHION FRAME REPLACEMENT (8-WAY POWER)

Fig. 40: Driver Or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame & Fasteners
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Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame Replacement (8-Way Power)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (8-Way
Power).
2. Remove the front seat lumbar support. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support
Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar), Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar
Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar).
3. Remove the front seat back cushion pad wire. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion
Pad Wire Replacement (8-Way-Power).
4. Remove the front seat recliner actuator motor. Refer to Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor
Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power) .
Driver or Passenger Seat Back Frame Fastener (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
35 N.m (26 lb ft)
 2 Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Frame

FRONT SEAT RECLINER KNOB REPLACEMENT (8-WAY-POWER - LOWER)

Fig. 41: Front Seat Recliner Knob

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Front Seat Recliner Knob Replacement (8-Way-Power - Lower)

Callout Component Name
Front Seat Recliner Knob
1
TIP: Use a small flat-bladed tool for clip out the knob.

FRONT SEAT RECLINER CONTROL REPLACEMENT (DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT 2 AND 4-

WAY)
Fig. 42: Front Seat Recliner Control Components (Driver Or Passenger Seat)
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Front Seat Recliner Control Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 2 and 4-Way)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. SIR disabling and enabling. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
4. Remove the driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat
Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power).
1 Securing Recliner Control Shaft
2 Retainer Recliner Control Shaft
3 Bowden Cable Recliner Control
Front Seat Recliner Control Fastener (Qty: 3)

CAUTION:
4 Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
5 Front Seat Recliner Control

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT RECLINER LEVER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 43: Driver Or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever & Fastener

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Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster
Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power).
Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever Fastener

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
2 Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Lever

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT REPLACEMENT (DRIVER/PASSENGER

SEAT ELECTRIC LUMBAR)

Fig. 44: Driver Or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way
Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport), Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (8-Way Power).

Front Seat Lumbar Support Retainer (Qty: 10)

Procedure

1 1. Release the lumbar pump.

2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the lumbar pump.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the lumbar distributor.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the vent fan.
5. Cut cable straps.
 6. Release the lumbar at backrest frame.
7. Remove lumbar assembly from backrest.
2 Front Seat Lumbar Support

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT REPLACEMENT (DRIVER/PASSENGER

SEAT MANUAL LUMBAR)

Fig. 45: Driver Or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support (Driver/Passenger Seat Electric Lumbar)
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Driver or Passenger Seat Lumbar Support Replacement (Driver/Passenger Seat Manual Lumbar)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection .
2. Remove driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way
Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport), Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (8-Way Power).
Front Seat Lumbar Support Retainer (Qty: 10)

Procedure

1. Release the lumbar pump.

 2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the lumbar pump.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the lumbar distributor.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the vent fan.
1
5. Cut cable straps.
6. Release the lumbar at backrest frame.
7. Remove lumbar assembly from backrest.
2 Front Seat Lumbar Support

REAR SEAT ARMREST MULTIFUNCTION COMPARTMENT ARMREST REPLACEMENT

Fig. 46: Rear Seat Armrest Multifunction Compartment Armrest

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Rear Seat Armrest Multifunction Compartment Armrest Replacement

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Armrest Multifunction Compartment.

Procedure
1
1. Disengage the pass through door assembly, if equipped.
2. Remove the armrest hinges from the rear seat back cushion panel.

REAR SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT REPLACEMENT

Fig. 47: Rear Seat Head Restraint
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Rear Seat Head Restraint Replacement

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Head Restraint

Procedure

1 1. Tilt the seat forward to gain space between the head restraint and the roof.
2. Depress the large button on the head restraint guide and raise the head restraint to the
full up position.
3. Depress the small button on the opposite head restraint guide and pull upward to
remove from the seat.

REAR SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE REPLACEMENT

Fig. 48: Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide
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Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat head restraint. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint Replacement.
Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide
Procedure
1 Using a suitable flat-bladed tool, slide the tool between the cushion and the guide until you
find the slot on the outboard side of the guide. Push inward on the guide slot tab , while
pulling upward to remove the guide from the seat back frame.

REAR SEAT BACK BOLSTER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 49: Rear Seat Back Cushion Bolster
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Rear Seat Back Bolster Replacement

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Cushion Bolster

WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING:
Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an
internal mounted seat side airbag module. Replace the complete seat back trim cover
from the OEM. Non-OEM seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which
could result in personal injury.
1
Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling

2. Pull the upper seat back cushion bolster forward.

NOTE:
If equipped, fold rear seat back cushion down to gain better access to back of
bolster. Use a flat bladed short screw driver to aid in releasing the retainer from
the bolster's retaining bar.
 3. Pull the seat back cushion bolster up.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove rear seat back cushion bolster.
6. Remove the rear seat side inflatable module. Refer to Rear Seat Outboard Seat
Back Airbag Replacement .

REAR SEAT CUSHION FRAME RETAINER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 50: Rear Seat Cushion Frame Retainers

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Rear Seat Cushion Frame Retainer Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation.
Rear Seat Cushion Frame Retainer
1 Procedure
Using a suitable flat-bladed tool, remove the rear seat cushion frame retainer.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION PIVOT SUPPORT REPLACEMENT

Fig. 51: Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support, Housing, Spring & Bolt
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (60%
Side), Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (40% Side).
Rear Seat Back Outer Pivot Bolt

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
20 N.m (15 lb ft)
2 Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support
3 Rear Seat Back Cushion Outer Pivot Bolt Spring
4 Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support Housing

REAR SEAT CUSHION COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT

Fig. 52: Rear Seat Cushion Cover And Pad
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Rear Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation.
Rear Seat Cushion Cover
Procedure
1 Remove the hog rings that secure the rear seat cushion cover to the pad.
TIP: When installing the rear seat cushion cover, pull the cover tightly in all corners to
ensure that no creasing occurs.
2 Rear Seat Cushion Pad

REAR SEAT CUSHION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Fig. 53: Rear Seat Cushion
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Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Cushion

Procedure

1 1. Pull up on the front of the rear seat to disengage the retainers.

2. Pull out the rear seat of the rear retainer.
3. Remove the rear seat center shoulder belt anchor fastener and route the belt through
the seat bottom.
4. Remove the rear seat .

REAR SEAT LATCH REPLACEMENT

Fig. 54: Rear Seat Latch & Fasteners
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Rear Seat Latch Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad
Replacement (60% Side), Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement (40% Side).
Rear Seat Latch Fastener (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2 Rear Seat Latch

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (60% SIDE)

Fig. 55: Rear Seat Back Cushion (60% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (60% Side)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation.
2. Remove the rear seat center retractor side belt lower fastener. Refer to Rear Seat Center
Retractor Side Belt Replacement .
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support

Procedure
1
1. Pull the rear seat back cushion latch release located on the top of the rear seat back
cushion, and fold the rear seat back cushion forward.
2. Push in on the rear seat back cushion pivot support, and release from bracket.
Rear Seat Back Cushion

Procedure
2
1. Pull up on the outer side of the rear seat back cushion and remove the rear seat back
cushion from the bracket and hinge.
2. Transfer components as necessary.
REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (40% SIDE)

Fig. 56: Rear Seat Back Cushion (40% Side)

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Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (40% Side)

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support

Procedure
1
1. Pull the rear seat back cushion latch release located on the top of the rear seat back
cushion, and fold the rear seat back cushion forward.
2. Push in on the rear seat back cushion pivot support, and release from bracket.
Rear Seat Back Cushion

Procedure
2
1. Pull up on the outer side of the rear seat back cushion and remove the rear seat back
cushion from the bracket and hinge.
2. Transfer components as necessary.

REAR SEAT BELT OPENING COVER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 57: Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Opening Cover
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Rear Seat Belt Opening Cover Replacement

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Shoulder Belt Opening Cover
1 Procedure
Remove the rear seat back shoulder belt opening cover using a suitable flat-bladed tool.

REAR SEAT BELT GUIDE TRIM COVER REPLACEMENT

Fig. 58: Rear Seat Belt Guide Trim Cover & Fasteners
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Rear Seat Belt Guide Trim Cover Replacement

Callout Component Name
1 Rear Seat Belt Guide Trim Cover
Rear Seat Belt Guide Trim Cover Fastener (Qty: 2)
2 CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
3 Rear Seat Belt Guide

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION PANEL REPLACEMENT (40% SIDE)

Fig. 59: Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel (40% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel Replacement (40% Side)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and
Pad Replacement (40% Side).
2. Remove the rear seat back cushion pivot support. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot
Support Replacement.
3. Remove the rear seat latch. Refer to Rear Seat Latch Replacement.
Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel
1 Procedure
If replacing the seat back panel, transfer components as necessary.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION PANEL REPLACEMENT (60% SIDE)

Fig. 60: Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel (60% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel Replacement (60% Side)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the rear seat armrest multifunction compartment. Refer to Rear Seat Armrest
Multifunction Compartment Armrest Replacement.
2. Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and
Pad Replacement (60% Side).
3. Remove the rear seat back cushion pivot support. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot
Support Replacement.
4. Remove the rear seat center retractor side belt. Refer to Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt
Replacement .
5. Remove the rear seat latch. Refer to Rear Seat Latch Replacement.
Rear Seat Back Cushion Panel
1 Procedure
If replacing the seat back panel, transfer components as necessary.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION CARPET REPLACEMENT (60% SIDE)

Fig. 61: Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet (60% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet Replacement (60% Side)

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet

Procedure

1 1. Fold the rear seat back cushion forward.

2. Disengage the j-channel retainers from the seat back cushion frame.
3. Disengage any retainers holding the carpet around the passthrough panel, if equipped.
4. Remove rear seat back cushion carpet.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION CARPET REPLACEMENT (40% SIDE)

Fig. 62: Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet (40% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet Replacement (40% Side)

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet

Procedure

1 1. Fold rear seat back cushion forward.

2. Disengage the j-channel retainers from the seat back cushion frame.
3. Disengage any retainers holding the carpet around the passthrough panel, if equipped.
4. Remove rear seat back cushion carpet.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT (60% SIDE)
Fig. 63: Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover And Pad (60% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement (60% Side)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation
(60% Side).
2. Remove the rear seat back armrest multifunction compartment. Refer to Rear Seat Armrest
Multifunction Compartment Armrest Replacement
3. Remove the rear seat back cushion carpet. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet
Replacement (60% Side).
4. Remove the rear seat head restraint guides. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
5. Remove the rear seat shoulder belt opening cover. Refer to Rear Seat Belt Opening Cover
Replacement.
6. Remove the rear seat back cushion latch release handle. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch
Release Handle Replacement.
7. Remove the rear seat armrest frame bracket.
8. Remove the rear compartment access door.
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover
1 Procedure
Remove the hook and loop fasteners that secure the rear seat back cushion cover to the pad.
 2 Rear Seat Cushion Pad

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION COVER AND PAD REPLACEMENT (40% SIDE)

Fig. 64: Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover And Pad (40% Side)
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement (40% Side)
Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation
(40% Side).
2. Remove the rear seat back cushion carpet. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Carpet
Replacement (40% Side).
3. Remove the rear seat head restraint guides. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide
Replacement.
4. Remove the rear seat back cushion latch release handle. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch
Release Handle Replacement.
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover
1 Procedure
Remove the hook and loop fasteners that secure the rear seat back cushion cover to the pad.
2 Rear Seat Cushion Pad
REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION HINGE REPLACEMENT

Fig. 65: Rear Seat Back Cushion Hinge & Fasteners

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Rear Seat Back Cushion Hinge Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove both rear seat back cushions. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation
(60% Side), Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (40% Side).
Rear Seat Back Cushion Hinge Fastener ( Qty: 3 )

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
43 N.m (32 lb ft)
Rear Seat Back Cushion Hinge
2 Procedure
Detach the rear seat back cushion hinge from the guide pin.

REAR SEAT BACK CUSHION LATCH RELEASE HANDLE REPLACEMENT

Fig. 66: Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Handle
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Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Handle Replacement

Callout Component Name
Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Handle
1 Procedure
Release the rear seat back cushion latch release handle using a suitable flat-bladed tool.