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Head Restraint Replacement YC6

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 300224  Size: SH
  1. Raise the headrest.

  2. Object Number: 300229  Size: SH
  3. Using a pointed tool, release the retainer on either side of the headrest while pulling up on the headrest.
  4. Remove the headrest from the seat.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 300224  Size: SH
  1. Align the headrest posts with the openings in the seat back.
  2. Press the headrest down into the seat to the fully lowered position.
  3. Pull the headrest back up in order to assure the retainers are functioning properly.

Head Restraint Replacement YC7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 300119  Size: SH
  1. Raise the headrest.
  2. If an assistant is available, proceed as follows:
  3. 2.1. Press the locking tabs on the headrest bushings in and down at a 45 degree angle in order to release them.
    2.2. Have the assistant lift up on the headrest.
    2.3. Remove the headrest.
  4. If working alone, proceed as follows:
  5. 3.1. Using one hand, depress one locking tab.

    Use the other hand to lift up on that side of the headrest.

    3.2. While continuing to pull up on the headrest, depress the locking tab on the other side of the headrest bushing.
    3.3. Remove the headrest from the seat back.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 300119  Size: SH
  1. Install the headrest to the seat back.
  2. Push down on the headrest.
  3. While continuing to press down on the headrest, depress the locking tab on the other side of the headrest bushing.
  4. The locking tabs should click into place.