Storage Compartment, Removing And Installing: Removing

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WARNING:

Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.

-- Remove the front seat. Refer to Removing .

-- Fasten the front seat on the Engine/Transmission Holder - Seat Repair Fixture VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEAT, MOUNTING ON FIXTURE FOR SEAT REPAIR .

-- Open the storage compartment -1- and remove the bolts -2-.

Fig 1: Open Storage Compartment And Remove Bolts

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-- Release the tab -arrow- on the storage compartment -2- and remove the storage compartment downward from the sill-side trim -1-.

Fig 2: Release Catch On Storage Compartment And Remove Sill-Side Trim Upward

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-- Push the storage compartment -1- in direction of -arrow- and disengage the retainer -lower arrow- from the upper seat frame -2-.

Fig 3: Push Storage Compartment In And Disengage Retainer From Upper Seat Frame

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-- Remove the storage compartment from the seat pan upper frame.