Four-Way Lumbar Support, Removing And Installing: Installing

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-- Engage system -2- at four-way lumbar support -1- if necessary -arrows-.

-- Lay plastic film -1- over the Velcro strips -3- on the system -2-.

Fig 1: Lay Plastic Film Over Velcro (R) Strips On System

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-- Secure plastic film to the system -2-.

-- Make sure the lumbar support is attached to the system -2- using an assembly fastener -4- or a suitable pin.

-- Make sure both clips for the four-way lumbar support -2- are installed in the backrest frame -1-.

Fig 2: Disengage Four-Way Lumbar Support On Backrest Frame

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-- Install the four-way lumbar support to the backrest frame.

-- Before securing rivet -4-, a plastic washer -1- must be placed between lumbar support -2- and backrest frame -3-.

Fig 3: Four-Way Lumbar Support With Backrest Frame, Riveting

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-- Rivet the four-way lumbar support to the backrest frame.

-- Stretch the padding with cover over the backrest frame.

-- Remove the plastic film between the system and the padding.

-- Press the system Velcro fastener onto the padding.

-- Connect the connector to the four way lumbar support adjustment motor and the four way lumbar support height adjustment motor.

WARNING:

Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER AND BATTERY CUT-OUT UNITS, GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.

Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.

WARNING:

Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.

-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition on. Refer to BATTERY .

NOTE:

If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- indicates a fault, check the DTC memory, erase it and check it again. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.