Repair Procedures: Replacement

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CAUTION: Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

NOTE:

When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front seat assembly.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the front seat shield inner cover.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT SHIELD INNER COVER ")
Remove the front seat shield outer cover.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT SHIELD OUTER COVER ")
Disconnect the seat cushion heater connector (A).

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Remove the protector (A) from the front seat cushion frame.

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After loosening the mounting screws, remove the front seat air cushion ventilation duct (A).

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Remove the front seat cushion assembly (A) from the front seat cushion frame.

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After removing the velcro tape (A) and hog - ring clips (B) inside the front seat cushion cover, remove the seat cushion covering (C).
CAUTION: Be careful not to allow the sponge insert wire to separated in its place.

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Remove the front seat cushion cover (A) from the front seat cushion pad.

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To install, reverse removal procedure.

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Make sure that the connectors are connected completely
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
To prevent wrinkles, make sure that the cover (B) is stretched evenly before connecting the hog-ring clips (A).
Replace the hog-ring clips with new ones using special tool (C) (09880-4F000).

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