Front Seat Removal/Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.

NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the preset buttons.
Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
Remove the seat track end covers (A) from the back of both seat tracks.

Fig 1: Removing Outer Seat Track End Covers

Fig 2: Removing Inner Seat Track End Covers
Remove the bolts (A) securing the front seat (B).

Fig 3: Removing Bolts Securing Front Seat
Lift up the front seat, then detach the harness clip (A), and disconnect the seat belt switch connector (B), seat belt buckle tensioner connector (C), and side airbag connector (D). If equipped with seat heaters, disconnect it's connector (E). On the passenger's seat, disconnect the OPDS unit connector (F). The passenger's seat is shown, the driver's seat is similar except it has no OPDS unit connector.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connectors (Passenger's Seat Shown)
With the help of an assistant, carefully remove the front seat through the front door opening.
Install the seat in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure each connector is plugged in properly.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.