Removing The Side Panel, Mechanical Front Seat

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: First Pull Up Front Edge Of Side Panel & Then Pull Up Rear Edge Of Side Panel

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

HINT: Pump up the seat cushion to the highest position.

Remove the screw at the front edge of the side panel.

HINT: Lift up the side panel at the front edge to access the screw for the handle.

Remove the screw for the handle. Pull the handle off.

Pull the side panel up to detach it from the seat. First pull up the front edge of the side panel. Then pull up the rear edge of the side panel.