Repair Procedures: Replacement

Information 

• When removing or installing the front passenger seat, be sure to initialize the Weight Classification System (WCS)

  (If initialization process is not performed, WCS may not be able to detect a person correctly.)

  (Refer to "WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (WCS) ")

• When replacing the WCS, be sure to check the parts unit.
  • Parts unit of WCS: seat track assembly

1. Remove the front seat track mounting cover.
2. After loosening the mounting bolts, remove the front seat assembly (A).

   Tightening Torque: 

   34.3 ~ 53.9N.m (3.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 25.3 ~ 39.8lb-ft)

   Fig 1: Front Seat Assembly Mounting Bolts

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3. Disconnect the seat buckle connector (A), seat warmer & power seat connector (B), SAB connector (C), PODS connector (D).

   [Driver's] 

   Fig 2: Seat Buckle, Seat Warmer, Power Seat, SAB & PODS Connectors (Driver's)

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   [Passenger's] 

   Fig 3: Seat Buckle, Seat Warmer, Power Seat, SAB & PODS Connectors (Passenger's)

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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

   Information 

   • SEAT MOUNTING BOLT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
   • Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then tighten the front mounting bolt temporarily.
   • Set the seat into most forward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then Tighten the rear mounting bolt completely.
   • Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check the front mounting bolt completely.
   • Check that the seat operates to and fro smoothy and the locking portion locks properly.