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Front Seat Disassembly/Assembly

FRONT SEAT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Handling the front seat (side air bag) improperly can accidently deploy the side air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the front seat.

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

Driver's Seat (Normal Seat)






Side cover removal note






1. Remove the screw.
2. Lift the side cover up in the direction shown by the arrow, then unhook it from the recliner knuckle.

Driver's Seat (Power Seat)






Switch bezel disassembly note






1. Insert a tape-wrapped screwdriver as shown in the figure, and pull up to remove the clips.

Seat cushion frame disassembly note






1. Remove the bands.

Slide adjuster disassembly note






1. Disconnect the connectors.

Passenger Seat




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