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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 792273  Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the seat assembly. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement .
  3. Remove the seat cushion to gain access to the horizontal seat adjuster motor. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the motor.
  5. Remove the screws from the top of the adjuster motor.
  6. Remove the seat adjuster drive cable (1) by pulling the cable out of the motor.
  7. Remove the seat adjuster motor .
  8. Remove the short drive cable from the seat adjuster.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the short drive cable into the seat adjuster.
  2. Line up the square end of the cable with the motor.
  3. Slide the motor on to the cable.

  4. Object Number: 792273  Size: SH
  5. Install the long drive cable (1) into the motor.
  6. Install the long cable into the seat adjuster.
  7. Ensure that both cables are fully seated.
  8. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  9. Install the motor retaining screws.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  11. Connect the electrical connectors.
  12. Install the seat cushion. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Replacement .
  13. Install the seat assembly. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement .
  14. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  15. If the vehicle is equipped with memory seats, calibrate the seat. Refer to Memory Seat Calibration .