Seatback Trim And Pad

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Removal of front side air bag module should only be done to allow deployment of front side air bag module prior to disposal of seatback assembly.

NOTE: Only complete seatback assemblies can be replaced on vehicles equipped with side air bags.

NOTE: Be sure to set the front/rear cushion lifter to the top position.

Remove the seatback board from the back of the seatback.

Fig 1: Removing Seatback Board From Back Of Seatback
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
From the back of the seatback, press the headrest holder tabs at the base of the stay pipe to disengage. Then pull the headrest holder up to remove.
NOTE: Before installing the headrest holder, check its orientation (front/rear and right/left).

Fig 2: Removing Headrest Holder
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Remove the retainer.

Fig 3: Removing Retainer
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Remove the seat heater harness connector. After removing the seatback trim and pad, remove the hog ring to separate the trim from the pad and the seatback heater unit.