Remove the Backrest Seat Upholstery

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 Knob To Adjust Backrest Incline And Knob For Lumbar Support Adjustment

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Loosen the backrest from the seat cushion (3 screws on each side of the seat)
Remove the knob to adjust the backrest incline (2). (The knob is placed underneath the seat.)
Remove the knob for the lumbar support adjustment (1). Unscrew counter-clockwise until it stops. Continue to screw counter-clockwise and pull firmly outward at the same time. (The knob is placed on the inside of the seat.)

Fig 2: Identifying Clips On Outside And Inside Between Upholstery And Filling

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the clips (use side cutters) on the outside and inside between the upholstery and filling.
Pull off the upholstery.

Further instruction how to replace the seat upholstery and any replacement parts on the front seat, see Replacing Seat Assembly .