Removing the backrest padding
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove the seat. See Front seat, replacing .
NOTE:
Make a note of the position of the springs.
Unhook the 6 springs.
Remove the padding.
The backrest and the heater pad:
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the cable from the seat frame.
Remove the heater pad. See Heater pad backrest, replacing .