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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Important: Correct removal of seat covers with map pockets is necessary to avoid distorting the cardboard backing. Incorrect removal causes a distorted appearance of the seat cover.


    Object Number: 279079  Size: MH
  1. Remove the front seat head restraint. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
  2. For the Coupe :
  3. • Position the seat back to the most forward position to access the J-hook retainer.
    • Remove the release lever knob from the seat back lock.
    • Disconnect the J-hook retainer (1).
  4. For the Sedan:
  5. • Remove the front bucket seat back. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
    • Disconnect the J-hook retainer (1).

    Object Number: 279083  Size: SH
  6. Remove the front seat back pad (2) and cover (1) from the front seat back frame.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 279083  Size: SH
  1. Install the seat back pad (2) and cover (1) to the seat back frame.

  2. Object Number: 279079  Size: MH
  3. For the Sedan:
  4. • Connect the J-hook retainer (1).
    • Install the front bucket seat back. Refer to Front Seat Back Replacement .
  5. For the Coupe:
  6. • Position the seat back to the most forward position to access the J-hook retainer.
    • Connect the J-hook retainer (1).
    • Install the release lever knob to the seat back lock.
  7. Install the head restraint. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
  8. Reposition the front seat back to the original position.