Active Head Restraint - Removal

REMOVAL - ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (AHR)

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any component diagnosis or service of the front seats, when equipped with front seat 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.

WARNING: Improper installation of the headrests may result in reduced protection of the occupants. If, after installation, the headrest can be removed, without simultaneously pressing the buttons on the master and slave guide sleeves, then the head restraint is installed incorrectly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE: For reset procedures, Reset Procedure .





1. Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions. Service Precautions
2. Position the seat being serviced all the way forward.
3. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
4. Release the lower back panel retaining clips (4).
5. Lift the bottom of the back panel (2) up at the bottom and release the panel hooks (3) and upper hooks (1) and remove the back panel (2).





6. Disconnect the electrical connector (1).





7. Recline the seat to gain enough room to remove the AHR (3).
8. Press the release button (1) on the left side headrest master sleeve.
9. Using a thin wire type tool (2), press the hidden release button on the right side headrest slave sleeve.

CAUTION: Special care should be taken not to damage to the AHR connector.

10. Slowly lift the AHR (3) up while pressing the buttons simultaneously.
11. Watch the connector as it reaches the bottom of the tube and guide the connector through.
12. Remove the AHR (3) fully.