Front Seat Removal/Installation

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Front Seat Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

NOTE:
  • 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.
  1. 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.
  2. Tilt the steering wheel all the way up.
  3. 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).
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Outer Seat Track Cover (Passenger's)
    G03706004Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Passenger's: Remove the rear inner seat track cover (A) from the back of the seat track by detaching the clips.
    Fig 2: Removing Rear Inner Seat Track Cover (Passenger's)
    G03706005Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Passenger's: Remove the bolt (A), and release the hook (B), then remove the lower anchor bracket (C) from the outer weight sensor (D).
    Fig 3: Removing Lower Anchor Bracket (Passenger's)
    G03706006Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. On the 8-way power seat, detach the side clips and middle hooks (A), then remove the rear riser cover (B).
    Fig 4: Removing Rear Riser Cover (Driver's)
    G03706007Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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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.