Front Seat Frame Assembly Repair Procedures

Replacement

Wear gloves to avoid cutting your hands.

When removing with a flat-blade screwdriver or removal tool, wrap the tools with protective tape to prevent damage to components. Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove the interior trim parts without damaging the surface. Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. 1
   Remove the front seat rear cover. (Refer to Front Seat - Front Seat Rear Cover).
2. 2
   Remove the front seat cushion cover. (Refer to Front Seat - Front Seat Cushion Cover)
3. 3
   Remove the side airbag module (SAB). (Refer to Airbag System - "Side Airbag Module (SAB)").
4. 4
   Remove the lumbar support assembly. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Lumbar Support Assembly")
5. 5
   Loosen the mounting bolts and separate the rear frame assembly (A) of the front seat from the front seat cushion frame assembly (B).

   Tightening torque: 44.1 ~ 54 N·m

   

6. 6
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.

   For a seat equipped with a side airbag, remove the side airbag from the seat frame assembly. (Refer to Passive Safety System - "Side Airbag Module (SAB)"). Before performing service, thoroughly review the precautions and service procedures related to the airbag. (Refer to Passive Safety System - "Side Airbag Module (SAB)").