Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Front Seat Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or service.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- DTC codes will set if the ignition is turned ON (II) with the seats removed.
- Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the radio station and XM radio channel presets.
- Tilt the steering wheel all the way up.
- Passenger's: Slide the seat all the way forward, and remove the rear outer seat track cover (A) from the back of the seat track by detaching the clips and releasing the hook (B).
- Passenger's: Remove the rear inner seat track cover (A) from the back of the seat track by detaching the clips.
- Passenger's: Remove the bolt (A), and release the hook (B), then remove the lower anchor bracket (C) from the outer weight sensor (D).
- On the 8-way power seat, detach the side clips and middle hooks (A), then remove the rear riser cover (B).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.