Seat Cushion Trim Cover and Pad Replacement Bucket

1. Remove the seat from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
2. Lift the lower seatback cover.
3. Remove the power seat adjuster switch, if equipped. Refer to Power Seat Adjuster .
4. Remove the recliner release handle. Refer to Driver Seat and Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement .
5. Disconnect electrical connectors, if equipped.



6. Release the seat cushion cover (3) retainers from the seat frame (2).
7. Remove the seat cushion cover (3) from the foam pad (1).

1. Install the seat cushion cover (3) to the foam pad (1).
2. Engage the hook and loop strips retaining the seat cushion cover (3) to the seat cushion foam pad.
3. Install the seat cushion cover retainers to the seat cushion frame (2).
4. Connect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
5. Install the recliner handle. Refer to Driver Seat and Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement .
6. Install the power seat adjuster switch, if equipped. Refer to Power Seat Adjuster .
7. Secure the lower seatback cover.
8. Install the seat from the vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .

Seat Cushion Trim Cover and Pad Replacement Split Bench

1. Remove the recliner handle. Refer to Driver Seat and Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement .
2. Remove the power seat adjuster switch, if equipped. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Replacement
3. Release the seat cushion cover retainers (24) from the seat frame (3).
4. Release the hook and loop strips retaining the seat cushion cover (1) to the seat cushion foam pad (2).
5. Remove the seat cushion cover (1) from the foam pad (2).

1. Install the seat cushion cover (1) to the foam pad (2).
2. Engage the hook and loop strips retaining the seat cushion cover to the seat cushion foam pad.
3. Install the seat cushion cover retainers (24) to the seat cushion frame (3).
4. Install the power seat adjuster switch, if equipped. Refer to Front Seat Adjuster Replacement .
5. Install the recliner handle. Refer to Driver Seat and Passenger Seat Recliner Handle Replacement .

Seat Cushion Trim Cover and Pad Replacement Bench Seat

1. Remove the seat retaining bolts and tilt rearward.
2. Release the springs from the bottom of the seat adjuster.



3. Remove the headrest (1) from the seat back. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
4. Unzip the zipper.
5. Squeeze the tabs and remove the headrest guides.
6. Remove the bolts and trim from the sides of the seat.
7. Remove the seat back from the seat frame.
8. Remove the seat back cover from the seat back frame (13).
9. Remove the foam pad (12) from the seat back.

1. Install the foam pad to the seat back.
2. Install the seat back cover to the seat back frame (13).
3. Install the seat back to the seat frame.
4. Install the bolts and trim to the sides of the seat.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Important: Install the seat retaining bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).

5. Install the headrest guides (2).
6. Zip the zipper.
7. Install the headrest (1) to the seat back. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .
8. Install the springs to the bottom of the seat adjuster.