Seat Assembly Replacement

Remove the seat track mounting cover.
After loosening the seat assembly mounting bolts, remove the seat assembly (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2~47.0lb-ft)

Fig 1: Loosening Seat Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the power seat (A) and airbag (B) connectors.
[Driver's]

Fig 2: Disconnecting Driver's Power Seat And Airbag Connectors
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[Passenger's]

Fig 3: Disconnecting Passenger's Power Seat And Airbag Connectors
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- Be sure to perform PODS re-zero with the GDS after replacing parts (Passenger's).
  (Refer to appropriate repair procedures.)
CAUTION:
SEAT MOUNTING BOLT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
- Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then tighten the front mounting bolt temporarily.
- Set the seat into most forward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then Tighten the rear mounting bolt completely.
- Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check the front mounting bolt completely.
- Check that the seat operates to and fro smoothy and the locking portion locks properly.