Seat Back, Front: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

While servicing seat assemblies, Refer to SEAT, MEGA CAB REAR, DESCRIPTION .

Remove the seat back. Refer to SEAT BACK, REAR, REMOVAL .

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Separate the side shield from the seat back (2) and remove the side shields (1).

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Remove the two screws (1) and remove the brace (2).

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Push in the buttons on both headrest sleeves, pull the headrest up and remove.

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Separate the J-straps (1 and 2) and pull cover up over frame.

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Position the foam aside and strike the bottom of the headrest sleeves (1) with a rubber mallet or equivalent, and remove.
Remove the cover.

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Release the vented seat bag (1) from the vent motor (2) clips.
Remove the foam cushion from the seat back frame.

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Disconnect the lumbar motor electrical connector (1) and remove the bolt (3).

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Separate the lower lumbar mat (1) from the clips (2).

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Release the lumbar mat side wires (3) by pulling out on the wire supports and then pulling them in.
Release the clips (2) and separate the vented seat motor from the lumbar support, if equipped.
Pull the upper support wires (1) down and release the lumbar mat from the seat back frame.