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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  4. Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  5. Remove the outer trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
  6. Remove the front seat-back. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  7. Remove the front seat-back cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
  8. Discard the seat-back frame.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the front seat-back cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
  2. Install the seat-back. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  3. Install the outer trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Install the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  5. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  7. Connect the battery ground cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  8. Test the seat for correct mechanical and electrical operation.