Front Armrest Bracket - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING:
Disable the airbag system before attempting any component diagnosis or service of the front seats, when equipped with front seat side air bags. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

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Left seat shown. Right seat similar.





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Illustration shown with seat back cushion and cover removed for clarity.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the armrest Armrest - Removal.

3. Remove the plastic seat back cover Seat Back Cover - Removal.

4. Using a 1/4 inch drive swivel socket and extension, remove the three screws (1 and 3) that secure the armrest bracket (2) to the seat back frame (4).

5. Disengage the J-hooks that secure the inboard side of the seat back cushion cover to the rear of the seat back frame Outer Trim Ring Panel - Removal.

6. Position the seat back cushion cover to gain access to the armrest bracket and remove the bracket.