FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY (for Power Seat): Removal

REMOVE FRONT SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY
REMOVE SEAT TRACK COVER
1. Operate the power seat switch knob and move the seat to the position farthest forward.
2. Using a screwdriver, detach the 4 claws and remove the seat track cover.
  HINT:
  
  Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  
  Fig 1: Disengaging Claws Of Seat Track Cover
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REMOVE INNER SEAT TRACK BRACKET COVER
1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 4 claws and remove the inner seat track bracket cover.
  
  Fig 2: Disengaging Claws Of Inner Seat Track Bracket Cover
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REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY
1. Operate the power seat switch knob and move the seat to the rearmost position.
2. Remove the 2 bolts on the front seat track bracket.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Front Seat Track Bracket Bolts
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3. Operate the power seat switch knob and move the seat to the position farthest forward.
4. Remove the 2 bolts on the rear seat track bracket.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Bolts On Rear Seat Track Bracket
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
5. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
  CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent the airbag and seat belt pretensioner from deploying (See PRECAUTION ).
6. Disconnect the connectors under the seat. Then remove the front seat assembly.