Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling and SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the front seats. Refer to Driver and Passenger Seat Replacement .

1

Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel

Tip
Use a J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover to aid in the removal of the 2 lower seat back retainers.

2

Front Seat Head Restraint

Tip

1. Push in on the button of the inboard head restraint guide to move the head restraint up.
2. Use a small round tool or equivalent to push into the hole on the inside of the outboard head restraint guide to release, then pull up to remove.

3

Front Seat Head Restraint Guides

Tip
Squeeze the bottom of the head restraint guides together and push upward to remove.

4

Inflatable Restraint Front Seat Side Module Assembly

Refer to Driver and Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement .

5

Seat Back Cushion Cover

Tip
Disconnect the electrical harness and j-channel from the seat back frame and remove the cover from the seat cushion pad.

6

Seat Back Cushion Pad

Tip
The pad is secured to the cover with hook and loop fasteners.