Removal And Installation: Armrest: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For parts identification and location, Refer to SEAT - EXPLODED VIEW .

Remove the 2 center head restraint guide sleeves. REFER to HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE SLEEVE .
Open the backrest cover.
1. Detach the backrest cover J-clips at the bottom of the seat backrest.
2. Remove the 4 pin-type retainers.
3. Detach the 4 backrest cover inner J-clips attached to the hard back panel.
4. Detach the hook-and-loop strips.
Pull the backrest cover out.
Remove the armrest.
1. Remove the 3 screws.
2. Remove the 3 armrest-to-backrest frame bolts.
  - To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
3. Detach the 2 retaining clips.
4. Pull out at the front and remove the armrest assembly.