Removal And Installation: Removal
WARNING:
Disable the airbag system before attempting any front seat diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable and wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.
- Before proceeding with the following repair procedure, review all warnings and cautions. Refer to SEATS, FIRST ROW, WARNING .
- Remove the front seat back. Refer to SEAT BACK, FRONT, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Release the J-hooks (1) and the one push fastener, from the perimeter of the seat cover.
- Unclip the wire harness (2) and disconnect the wire harness connector (3) from the seat heater.
- Disconnect the wire harness connector (1) from the ventilation fan.
- Using a trim stick or equivalent, release the push fasteners (2) and separate the ventilation fan (3) from the seat frame.
- Remove the seat cover and the seat foam as an assembly, from the seat frame.
- Release the tabs (2) and remove the ventilation fan (1) from the cushion, and reinstall it onto the seat frame.
- Pull the seat cover away from the seat foam, releasing the hook and loop fasteners first.
- Using a hook tool, start at one end to release the clip strips and the seat cover.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.


