Disassembly And Assembly: Disassembly

1. Release the headrest holder locks as shown below and remove the headrest holders.
   Fig 2: Removing Headrest Holder

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   CAUTION:

   Before removing/installing the headrest holder, check its orientation (front/rear and right/left).

2. Remove and discard the side air bag module nuts (A).
   Fig 3: Removing Side Air Bag Module Nuts

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   CAUTION:

   Do not reuse the side air bag module nuts.

   (1): Side air bag module

3. Disengage the side air bag module studs from the seat frame assembly and lift the seatback trim and seatback pad as an assembly from the seat frame assembly.

1. Open the seatback trim and release the side air bag module studs (A) from the holes in the chute (B).
   Fig 4: Identifying Side Air Bag Module, Studs And Chute

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2. Pull the side air bag module (1) out of the chute (B) and remove from the seatback trim.
   CAUTION:

   • Replace the side air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
     Fig 5: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module

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   • Do not strike the side air bag module.
3. Remove the hog rings, release the hook fastener (A) and separate the seatback trim from the seatback pad.
   Fig 6: View Of Hog Rings And Hook Fastener (A)

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   : Hog ring

   NOTE:

   Remove all pieces of hog rings and discard them.

Fig 1: Seat Cushion Outer Finisher, Pawls, Lift Lever Finisher, Lift Lever And Recline Lever

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1. Release pawls and remove the lift lever finisher (2).
2. Remove two screws and the lift lever (1).
3. Release pawl and remove the recline lever (3) as shown below.
4. Release pawls and pull to release the metal clips.

   : Metal clip

   : Pawl

Fig 2: View Of Seat Cushion Outer Finisher, Seat Belt Buckle, Pawls And Metal Clips

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1. Remove the seat belt buckle (2) and position aside. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
2. Release pawls and pull to release the metal clips.

   : Metal clip

   : Pawl

Fig 3: View Of Seat Cushion Trim (1) And Seat Cushion Pad

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: Front

1. Release J-clip retainer (A) from the seat frame assembly.
2. Release J-clip retainer (B) from the seat frame assembly.
3. Release J-clip retainer (D) from the seat frame assembly.
4. Release retainer strip (C) from the seat frame assembly.
5. Disconnect the harness connector from the seat cushion heater (if equipped).
   NOTE:

   Take note of harness routing and attachment location for accurate installation.

6. Remove the seat cushion trim and seat cushion pad as an assembly from the seat frame assembly.

Fig 4: hook fastener (A) And Seat Cushion Trim

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: Hog ring