Seat Frame Replacement

CAUTION:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts your hands.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury.

Remove the following items:
- Front seat
- Front seat back cover
- Front seat cushion cover
After loosening the mounting screw, then remove the front seat shield inner cover (A).

Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Shield Inner Cover
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Disconnect the connector (C).
After loosening the mounting bolts, then disconnect the seat back frame (A) and seat cushion frame (B).
Tightening torque:

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

Fig 2: Disconnecting Seat Back Frame And Seat Cushion Frame
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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.)