Seat Cushion Cover Replacement

Remove front seat assembly.
Remove the recliner cover.
Remove the protector (A).

Fig 1: Removing Protector
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Disconnect the connectors (A).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connectors
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Push the protecter(A), and then seat cushion cover (C) from the frame(B).

Fig 3: Pushing Protector And Seat Cushion Cover From Frame
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After removing the hog-ring clips (A) and velcro tape (B) on the front of seat cushion and remove the seat cushion cover (C).
CAUTION:
- When removing the hog-ring clips, remove the hog-ring clips with pressing the wire not to separate the wire from the sponge.
Fig 4: Removing hog-ring Clips And Velcro Tape On Front Of Seat Cushion
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- To prevent wrinkles, make sure the material is stretched evenly over the cover (B) before securing the hog-ring clips (A).
- Replace the hog-ring clips with new ones using special tool (C) (09880-4F000).
Fig 5: Replacing hog-ring Clips
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