Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:

NOTE:

When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal tool not to damage the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front seat assembly.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the front seat rear shield outer cover.
(Refer to Front Seat Front Shield Outer cover Front Seat )
Remove the front seat headrest (A) by pulling it upward.
Remove the front seat lower protector (A).
Remove the front seat back board (A).
NOTE:
- Grasp the both lower sides of back board with hands and then remove it in the direction of the arrow.
- Be careful not to damage the fixing clips.
Remove the front seat air ventilation seat back duct (A).
Remove the protector (A) from the front seat back frame.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the front seat headrest guides (A) by pulling them upwards.

NOTE: How to remove the headrest guide
- Twist the headrest guide to pull it out.
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage the steel clip (B).
Remove the front seat back cover (A) from the front seat back frame.
After removing the velcro tape (A) and hog-ring clips (B) on the front of seat back and remove the front seat back cover (C).
CAUTION:
- Make sure that the sponge insert wire is not dislocated.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Make sure that the connectors are connected completely
- Replace any damaged clips.
- To prevent wrinkles, make sure that the cover (B) is stretched evenly before connecting the hog-ring clips (A).
- Replace the hog-ring clips with new ones using special tool (C) (09880-4F000).