Removal And Installation: Removal
NOTE:
The seat can be service while in vehicle.
- Remove the 2nd row center seat, if equipped.
- Using a hook tool, remove the clip from behind the recline handle (2) then pull outward to remove the handle.
- Remove the two screws (1).
- Using a trim stick, release the front of the outboard side shield (3) then lift and remove.
- Remove the screw (2) at the backside of the inboard side shield (1).
- Using a trim stick, release the front of the inboard side shield then lift and remove.
- Release the J-hook and open the lower cover panel (1).
- Release the J-hooks (2) from the rear and sides of the seat cushion.
- Release the trim J-hook at the front of the seat cushion, and remove the push fasteners at the front of the seat cushion.
- Disconnect the wire harness connector for the seat heater, if equipped.
- Remove the seat cover (3) and the seat foam as an assembly, from the seat frame.NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the clips molded into the seat cushion. If the clips or cushion are damaged during removal, replace the cushion.
- Pull the seat cover (1) away from the seat foam (2), releasing the hook and loop fasteners (4) first.
- Using a hook tool, start at one end to release the clip strips (3) and the seat cover.
