Removal [03/2017 - 05/2023]: Procedure

1. Disable the auto tilt away function by changing the customize parameter.

   Refer to CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS [03/2017 - ]

   NOTE:

   Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the auto tilt away function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

   HINT: 

   Performing the above operation causes the auto tilt away function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.

2. Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully retract and tilt up the steering column assembly.
3. Turn the engine switch off.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11 [03/2017 - 01/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 12 [01/2021 - 05/2023]

1. for Standard Seat Type:
   1. While pressing the lock release knob from the top of the front upper seatback cover sub-assembly LH, gently lift up the front seat headrest assembly.

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      	Lock Release Knob
      	Connector

      HINT: 

      As the lock release knob is positioned underneath the front upper seatback cover sub-assembly it cannot be visually checked. Therefore, insert a finger from the top of the front upper seatback cover sub-assembly as shown in the illustration to release the lock.

   2. Stop midway and disconnect the connector of the front seat headrest assembly.
      NOTE:

      If the front seat headrest assembly is lifted up too far before disconnecting the connector, the wire harness may be damaged.

   3. While pressing the lock release knob from the top of the front upper seatback cover sub-assembly LH, lift up the front seat headrest assembly to the end and remove it.
2. for Sport Seat Type:
   1. While pressing the lock release knob, lift up the front seat headrest assembly and remove it.

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1. Operate the slide and vertical power seat switch knob to slide the front seat assembly LH to the frontmost position.
2. Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, detach the guide pin.

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   *a	Guide Pin
   	Place Hand Here
   	Remove in this Direction (1)
   	Remove in this Direction (2)
   	Protective Tape

   HINT: 

   Tape the thin-bladed screwdriver tip before use.

3. Place your hands at the positions shown in the illustration and pull in the removal direction (1) to detach the claws.
4. Slide in the removal direction (2) to detach the guides and remove the outer seat track cover LH.

1. Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, detach the guide pin.

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   *a	Guide Pin
   	Remove in this Direction
   	Protective Tape

   HINT: 

   Tape the thin-bladed screwdriver tip before use.

2. Slide in the removal direction shown in the illustration, detach the guides and remove the inner seat track bracket cover LH.

1. Operate the slide and vertical power seat switch knob to slide the front seat assembly LH to the rearmost position.

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   	Place Hand Here
   	Remove in this Direction (1)
   	Remove in this Direction (2)

   Place your hands at the positions shown in the illustration and pull in the removal direction (1) to detach the claws.

3. Slide in the removal direction (2) to detach the guides and remove the front outer seat track bracket cover LH.

1. Place your hands at the positions shown in the illustration and pull in the removal direction (1) to detach the claws.

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   	Place Hand Here
   	Remove in this Direction (1)
   	Remove in this Direction (2)

2. Slide in the removal direction (2) to detach the guides and remove the front inner seat track bracket cover LH.

1. Using a T50 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 "TORX" screws.

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2. Operate the slide and vertical power seat switch knob to slide the front seat assembly LH to the frontmost position.
3. Using a T50 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 "TORX" screws.

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4. Operate the slide and vertical power seat switch knob to slide the front seat assembly LH to the center position.
5. Operate the reclining power seat switch knob to set the seatback of the front seat assembly LH perpendicular.
6. Operate the slide and vertical power seat switch knob to set the seat cushion lifter and vertical position of the front seat assembly LH to the uppermost position.
7. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

   Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

   WARNING:

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   • Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

     Refer to PRECAUTION [03/2017 - 04/2020] , or refer to PRECAUTION [04/2020 - 05/2023]

   • If an SRS part is accidentally deployed, it may cause a serious injury.
   NOTE:

   When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

   Refer to INITIALIZATION [03/2017 - 04/2020] , or refer to INITIALIZATION [04/2020 - 05/2023]

8. Tilt the front seat assembly LH backward.
   NOTE:

   Do not damage the front seat assembly LH or interior parts.

9. Detach the wire harness protector clamps and disconnect the 3 connectors.

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   *a	Front Seat Airbag Assembly LH Connector

10. Disconnect the front seat airbag assembly LH connector.
    1. Push the slider to detach the primary lock. Continue pushing and slide the slider to detach the secondary lock and then disconnect the airbag connector.

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       *a	Slider	*b	Push
       *c	Slide	-	-

11. Remove the front seat assembly LH from the vehicle.
    NOTE:

    • 2 or more people are required when carrying the front seat assembly LH out of the vehicle.
    • Protect the front seat legs.
    • Do not damage the front seat assembly LH, body exterior or interior parts.

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