Removing seats

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.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Child Seats

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the snap rings from the hinge screw
Pull the hinge screw out from the brackets (do not damage the guides)
First slide the screw in. Then pull the screw out from the other side
Drill out the rivet
Remove the remains (also from under the seat)
Remove the child seat.