Replacing The Backrest Heater Pad

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: Identifying Backrest Heater Pad

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Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

Fold the backrest backward as far as possible
the upholstery according to Removing the upper and lower backrest sections .
The connector for the heater pad
the heater pad.
Use a hot-air gun to warm the adhesive. Pull off the heater pad.

Install:

the new heater pad.
WARNING:
The new heater pad must not, under any circumstances, be glued on top of the old one.
the upholstery according to Installation .
the seat in the car.