Second generation (2007-2026)

Front Seat-Back Cover/Pad Replacement (Part - 3)

5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
Done 0 of 5
  1. Driver's seat: Pull out the side airbag harness (A) through the harness holes (B) in the seat-back pad (C) and the seat-back cover (D).

  2. Pinch the tabs (A) on the end of the head restraint guides (B), and remove the guides from the seat-back.

  3. Remove the seat-back cover/pad (A) from the seat-back frame (B).

  4. Remove airbag attachment wire A from the outside reinforcing cloth (C), and remove airbag attachment wire B from the inside reinforcing cloth (D).

  5. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

    • Before installing the seat-back cover/pad, make sure airbag attachment wires A and B are installed correctly in the reinforcing cloths (C).

    • Reinstall airbag attachment wires A and B securely.

    • Use only original Honda replacement seat-back cover/pads.

    • Make sure the side airbag harness and the ODS unit harness (passenger's seat) are routed properly.

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