Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket.
2. Remove the lumbar actuator knob. Refer to Lumbar Support Knob Replacement.
3. Remove the recliner handle. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement.
4. Remove the power seat switch knob. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Switch Knob Replacement.
5. Remove the seat cushion outer trim panel. Refer to Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement.

1

Seat Cushion Cover

Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.

2

Seat Cushion Pad

Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement.

3

Front Seat Cushion Frame Bolt (Qty: 4)

Tighten
45 N·m (33 lb ft)

4

Front Seat Cushion Frame Nut (Qty: 4)

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

5

Seat Cushion Frame Rear Reinforcement

6

Front Seat Cushion Frame

Tip

1. Remove the heated seat module, if equipped. Refer to Front Seat Heater Control Module Replacement.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint passenger presence system if working on the passenger seat. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Passenger Presence System Replacement - Front.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness from the seat cushion.
4. Re-zero the inflatable restraint passenger presence system whenever the seat cushion or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer to Passenger Presence System Programming and Setup.