Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation (Oshawa 2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Sport) .
- Remove the front seat outer adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power) .
- Remove driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way-Power) .
- Remove driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport) .
- Remove the front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport) .
- Clip out retaining ring (1) of recliner control shaft (2).
- Unhinge the cushion strap (1) from the seat frame.
- Release the front seat back cushion from the backrest left side (1) and right side (2).
- Release both fasteners (1, 2) from the seat side inflatable restraint module (3).
- Disconnect the wiring harness connector (2) from the seat side inflatable restraint module (1).
- Remove the front seat back cushion with the cushion pad (1) from the backrest frame (2).
- Remove the seat side inflatable restraint module (1) out of the textile straps (2).
- Remove the hog rings from the seat cushion (1), pull the cushion cover from the cushion pad (2).
WARNING:
Refer to SIR Warning .
WARNING:
Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an internal mounted seat side airbag module. Replace the complete seat back trim cover from the OEM. Non-OEM seat stitching may cause improper airbag deployment which could result in personal injury.