Removal [08/2013 - ]
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lexus ES 300h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- PRECAUTION WARNING:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2013 - ] .
NOTE:After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal notices before proceeding with work. Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2013 - ] .
- REMOVE LUGGAGE TRIM SERVICE HOLE COVER . Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 2
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL WARNING:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal to disable the SRS system.
NOTE:When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2013 - ] .
- REMOVE REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE REAR CENTER SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY See step 6
- REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY See step 8
- REMOVE SEAT HEATER CONTROL SUB-ASSEMBLY
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and the LH side.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Remove the 2 screws and seat heater control sub-assembly.