Side Shields, Seat Cushion, Front: Removal

WARNING:

Disable the airbag system before attempting any front seat diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable and wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE:

Driver seat shown in illustration. Passenger seat similar.

Position the seat being serviced in the full forward and full upward position.
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the seat belt anchor from the seat when servicing the power seat switch.
Remove the trim cover from the seat belt anchor.
Remove the lower straps and lift the lower flap of the seat back panel.

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Remove the screw (3) at the back of the side shield.
Pull out at the bottom to release the retaining clips (4).
Push forward slightly to release the front retaining clip (5) then lift up to release the top retaining clips (1) and remove. Disconnect the wire harness connectors, if equipped.