Installation

INSTALLATION

1. Peel off the adhesive backing on the back of the replacement heating element and stick directly on top of the factory installed heating element (Figure 1) or (Figure 2).

CAUTION: During the installation of the replacement heating element, be careful not to fold or crease the element assembly. Folds or creases will cause premature failure.





Figure 1 HEATING ELEMENT INSTALLATION - EARLY BUILD VEHICLES










Figure 2 HEATING ELEMENT INSTALLATION - LATE BUILD VEHICLES





2. Connect the new heating element electrical connectors (Figure 3) or (Figure 4). Passenger seat shown, driver seat similar.






Figure 3 HEATED SEAT WIRE HARNESS ROUTING - EARLY BUILD VEHICLES










Figure 4 HEATED SEAT WIRE HARNESS ROUTING - LATE BUILD VEHICLES





3. Connect the battery negative cable.

4. Verify heated seat system operation.

5. Install the appropriate seat cushion or seat back trim cover.

NOTE: Make certain the seat wire harness is correctly routed through the seat and seat back. The excess wire between the cushion and back elements should be securely tucked between the rear of the cushion foam and the rear carpet flap of the trim cover.