Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement .
4. Remove the front seat cushion outer finish cover. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Outer Finish Cover Replacement (8-Way Power) Front Seat Cushion Outer Finish Cover Replacement (2-Way Manual) Front Seat Cushion Outer Finish Cover Replacement (22-Way Power) .
5. Whenever the inflatable restraint passenger presence system or any component of the passenger presence system is removed. Refer to Control Module References .

Procedure

1. Remove the front seat cushion cover retainer fasteners and retainer.
2. Disengage the J-channel retainers from the seat cushion frame.
3. Disconnect the blower ventilation duct and electrical connectors, if equipped.
4. If the seat is equipped with lane departure warning actuators, release the electrical harness and disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the seat cushion cover and pad from the seat cushion frame as an assembly.

Procedure

1. Separate the seat cushion cover from the seat cushion pad by releasing the hook and loop retainers, U-channels and pulling the cover away from the pad.
2. Transfer part as necessary.