Front

REMOVAL

Special Tools:






NOTE: While servicing seat assemblies, Front Seat - Description.





1. Remove the front seat Front Seat - Removal.
2. Separate the seat back cover straps (2) from under the seat cushion and disconnect the electrical connectors (1).





3. Remove the side shield screws (2) in the back.





4. Remove the inboard shield screw.
5. Remove the inboard side shield.





6. If equipped with manual seat, using a door handle clip tool (1) or equivalent, release the clip holding the handle (2) onto the seat and remove the handle.






CAUTION: Disconnect the lumbar control switch electrical connector beneath the seat, prior to removing the power seat switch bezel from the seat. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the lumbar control switch.

7. If equipped, disconnect the lumbar control switch electrical connector (1).






NOTE: Power seat bezel shown, manual seat bezel similar.

8. Using trim stick or equivalent, release the seven tabs (3) and separate the bezel (1) from the outboard side shield.
9. Pull the bezel (1) rearward and release the front retaining tab (2).
10. Disconnect the wire harness connectors from the power seat switch and memory seat switch, if equipped.





11. Remove the screw (1).
12. Release the retaining clips (2) and remove the outer side shield.





13. Release the seat cushion suspension mat (2) from the cross brace and separate the electrical connector (1).





14. On manual reclining seats, remove the clip (1) and separate the recliner rod (2) from the lever.





15. Remove the bolts (2) and remove the seat back assembly (1).