Seat Cushion Thermo-Electric Device: Removal

NOTE: If the passenger seat is equipped with an Occupant Classification System(OCS) bladder system, to prevent system failure, it is necessary to carry out the OCS system reset when a front passenger seat cushion is disassembled, a new cushion cover is installed or an OCS system service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to carry out the OCS system reset.

NOTE: For component identification and locations, refer to Seat -- Exploded View, Front in this information.

Remove the seat. For additional information, refer to Seat -- Front in this information.
NOTE: Bottom view shows hidden retainers to be released from the top.

From under the seat, separate the cushion Thermo-Electric Device(TED).
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Disengage the 2 rear retainers.
  - Push one cushion support wire inboard while pushing the TED outboard. Repeat for the other retainer.
3. Disengage the front retainers.
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Rotate and remove the cushion TED.

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