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Seating: Removal & Installation Land Rover Discovery IV

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REMOVAL

Note. In this procedure the cushion is removed as an assembly. There is a separate procedure showing removal of the cushion cover.

  1. Remove the front seat cushion assembly. Release and disconnect the 2 electrical connectors. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.

INSTALLATION

  1. Install the front seat cushion assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
WARNINGIt is imperative that before any work is undertaken on the SRS system, the appropriate information is read thoroughly.
WARNINGAlways disconnect both battery cables before beginning work on the SRS system. Disconnect the ground cable first. Never reverse connect the battery.
  1. Make the SRS system safe. For additional information, refer «Standard Workshop Practices»(ref-579149-S19038743732013100600000) information.
  2. Release the front seat. Remove the bolt covers. Remove and the 5 Torx bolts.
  3. Release the safety belt lower anchor from the seat. Remove the bolt cover. Passenger side, disconnect the electrical connector. Remove and discard the Torx bolt.
  4. With assistance, remove the front seat. Protect the rocker panel. Remove the bolt. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors. Release the 2 wiring harness clips.
  1. With assistance, install the front seat. Connect the electrical connectors. Secure the wiring harness clips.
  2. Attach the safety belt lower anchor to the seat. Tighten the new Torx bolt to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft). Passenger side, connect the electrical connector. Install the bolt cover.
  3. Secure the front seat. Tighten the Torx bolts to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft). Install the bolt covers.
  4. Connect the battery ground cable.

Note. Third row seats must be removed as a pair.

  1. Remove the loadspace compartment anchors. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  2. Remove the loadspace trim panels. Release from the 4 clips.
  3. Remove the third row seats. Release the trim cover. Remove the 10 Torx bolts.
  4. Separate the third row seats. Remove the seat frame finisher. Drill out the 6 rivets. Remove the 2 brackets.
  1. Attach the third row seats. Install the brackets. Install the rivets.
  2. Install the third row seats. Tighten the Torx bolts to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft). Secure the trim cover.
  3. Install the loadspace trim panels. Secure in the clips.
  4. Install the loadspace compartment anchors. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

Note. This procedure shows the removal and installation of both the LH and the RH seats.

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: REMOVAL
  1. Release the RH rear seat. Fold the LH seat cushion forward. Remove the 4 Torx bolts. Fold down the rear seat backrest.
  2. Remove the RH rear seat.
  3. Release the LH rear seat. Fold the LH seat cushion forward. Remove the 6 Torx bolts. Fold down the rear seat backrest.
  4. With assistance, remove the LH rear seat assembly.
  1. With assistance, install the LH rear seat assembly. Position the seat on the dowels.
  2. Secure the LH rear seat. Return the seat backrest to the upright position. Tighten the Torx bolts to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft). Fold the seat cushion rearwards.
  3. Install the RH rear seat. Position the seat on the dowels.
  4. Secure the RH rear seat. Return the seat backrest to the upright position. Tighten the Torx bolts to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft). Fold the seat cushion rearwards.

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Scheme 4: REMOVAL
  1. Release the rear seat. Remove the front 2 Torx bolts. Fold the seat assembly forwards. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the rear 2 Torx bolts.
  2. Remove the rear seat assembly.
  1. Install the rear seat assembly.
  2. Secure the rear seat. Connect the electrical connector. Tighten the rear Torx bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft). Fold seat assembly rearwards. Tighten the front Torx bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft).

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Scheme 5: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  2. Release the front seat cushion cover. Release the 13 clips.
  3. Remove the front seat cushion cover. Remove the 12 hog rings.
  1. Install the front seat cushion cover. Install the hog rings. Attach the cover and secure with the clips.
  2. Install the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .

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Scheme 6: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the front seat cushion cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion Cover»(ref-579190-S16260073812013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat cushion heater mat.
  1. Install the front seat cushion heater mat.
  2. Install the front seat cushion cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion Cover»(ref-579190-S16260073812013100600000) .

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Scheme 7: REMOVAL

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Scheme 8
  1. Remove the occasional seat cushion assembly. Remove the 2 Torx bolts.
  2. Remove the third row seat cushion latch covers. Remove the 4 screws.
  3. Remove the third row seat cushion cover. Remove the 2 spacers. Release the 7 clips.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the Torx bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

Note. In this procedure the cushion is removed as an assembly. There is a separate procedure for removing and installing the cushion cover.

Scheme 9

Scheme 9: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the third row seat cushion. Remove the 2 Allen bolts. Release the cushion from the seat frame.
  1. Install the third row seat cushion. Attach the cushion to the seat frame. Tighten the Allen bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

Note. This procedure shows the removal and installation of both the LH and the RH covers.

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Scheme 10: REMOVAL

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  1. Fold the seat cushion forward.
  2. Release the rear LH seat cushion cover. Release the clip.
  3. Remove the rear LH seat cushion cover. Remove the 21 hog rings.
  4. Release the rear RH seat cushion cover. Release the clip.
  5. Remove the rear RH seat cushion cover. Remove the 10 hog rings.
  1. Install the rear seat cushion cover. Install the hog rings. Attach the retaining clip.
  2. Fold the seat cushion rearwards.

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Scheme 12: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the outer backrest hinge cover. Fold the seat assembly forwards. Remove the screw.
  2. Remove the inner backrest hinge cover. Release the backrest cover side clip. Release the 2 clips. Remove the screw.
  3. Remove the rear seat cushion side finisher. Remove the 2 screws.
  4. Remove the seat rear release strap finisher. Remove the screw.
  5. Remove the seat front release strap finisher. Remove the screw.
  6. Remove the seat cushion finishers. Remove the 2 screws.
  7. Remove the rear safety belt buckle. Remove the Torx bolt. Release the spring.
  8. Release the rear seat cushion cover. Release the 15 clips.
  9. Remove the rear seat cushion cover. Remove the 22 hog rings.
  1. Install the rear seat cushion cover. Install the hog rings. Install the clips.
  2. Install the rear safety belt buckle. Attach the spring. Tighten the Torx bolt to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft).
  3. Install the seat cushion finishers. Tighten the screws.
  4. Install the seat front release strap finisher. Remove the screw. Tighten the screw.
  5. Install the seat rear release strap finisher. Tighten the screw.
  6. Install the inner backrest hinge cover. Attach the clips. Tighten the screw.
  7. Install the outer backrest hinge cover. Tighten the screw. Fold seat assembly rearwards.
  8. Install the rear seat cushion side finisher. Tighten the screws.

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Scheme 16: REMOVAL

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  1. Raise the seat base for access.
  2. Remove the cover.
  3. Remove the Torx bolt.
  4. Remove the seat armrest. Raise the seat armrest to the position shown. Slide the seat armrest towards the center of the vehicle.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the Torx bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).

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Scheme 18: REMOVAL

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  1. Raise the seat base for access.
  2. Remove the drive cable. Disconnect the seat motor electrical connector.
  3. Remove the 2 clips.
  4. Remove the front seat track motor.
  1. Install the front seat track motor. Install the drive cable. Install the 2 clips.
  2. Install the drive cable. Connect the seat motor electrical connector.

Note. Front seat height adjustment motor is supplied as part of the front seat frame assembly.

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Scheme 20: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) information.
  2. Remove the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  3. Remove the front seat backrest assembly. Release and disconnect the 2 electrical connectors. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  4. Remove the front seat electrical connector bracket. Remove the 4 screws.
  5. Remove the front seat tilt motor. Release the 3 wiring harness clips. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  6. Remove the front seat position sensor. Remove the 2 nuts.
  7. Remove the front seat height adjustment motor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the 8 nuts.
  1. Install the front seat height adjustment motor. Tighten the nuts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Install the front seat position sensor. Tighten the nuts to 4 Nm (3 lb.ft).
  3. Install the front seat tilt motor. Tighten the Torx bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Attach the wiring harness.
  4. Install the front seat electrical connector bracket. Tighten the screws.
  5. Install the front seat backrest assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
  6. Install the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  7. Install the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) information.

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Scheme 22: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat»(ref-579190-S04853617972013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat cushion side finisher. Remove the 2 Torx screws. Release from the 3 clips.
  3. Release the front seat control switch. Remove the 2 screws. Remove the 2 clips.
  4. Remove the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  5. Remove the front seat tilt motor assembly. Remove the 4 Torx bolts. Disconnect the 7 electrical connectors.
  6. Remove the seat module bracket. Remove the 2 Torx bolts.
  1. Install the seat module bracket. Tighten the Torx bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  2. Install the front seat tilt motor assembly. Tighten the 4 Torx bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Connect the electrical connectors.
  3. Install the front seat cushion assembly. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  4. Install the front seat cushion side finisher. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  5. Install the front seat control switch. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  6. Install the front seat. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat»(ref-579190-S04853617972013100600000) .

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Scheme 23: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the front seat backrest cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Backrest Cover»(ref-579190-S17115898412013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat backrest pad.
  3. Remove the front seat recliner motor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the Torx bolt. Remove the front seat backrest shaft clip. Remove the front seat backrest shaft.
  1. Install the front seat recliner motor. Install the front seat backrest shaft. Install the front seat backrest shaft clip. Tighten the Torx bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Install the front seat backrest pad.
  3. Install the front seat backrest cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Backrest Cover»(ref-579190-S17115898412013100600000) .
  1. Remove the front seat cushion side finisher. Remove the 2 screws. Release from the 3 clips.
  2. Remove the front seat control switch. Disconnect the electrical connector. Release the front seat control switch harness. Remove the 2 screws. Remove the 2 clips.
  1. Install the front seat cushion side finisher. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  2. Install the front seat control switch. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws. Connect the electrical connector. Attach the wiring harness.
WARNINGTo avoid accidental deployment, the restraints control module backup power supply must be depleted. Wait at least one minute after disconnecting the battery ground cable(s) before commencing any repair or adjustment to the supplemental restraint system (SRS), or any component(s) adjacent to the SRS sensors. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNINGAlways wear safety glasses when working on an air bag equipped vehicle and when handling an air bag module. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNINGTo minimize the possibility of premature deployment, do not use radio key code savers when working on the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNINGTo minimize the possibility of injury in the event of premature deployment, always carry a live air bag module with the bag and trim cover pointed away from the body. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNINGTo minimize the possibility of premature deployment, live air bag modules must only be placed on work benches which have been ground bonded and with the trim cover facing up. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNINGNever probe the electrical connectors of air bag modules or any other supplemental restraint system component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNINGPainting over the driver air bag module trim cover or instrument panel could lead to deterioration of the trim cover and air bags. Do not for any reason attempt to paint discolored or damaged air bag module trim covers or instrument panel. Install a new component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNINGMake sure that sufficient time has elapsed after disconnecting the battery ground cable(s), before commencing work on the supplemental restraint system (SRS). Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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  1. Make the SRS system safe. For additional information, refer «Standard Workshop Practices»(ref-579149-S19038743732013100600000) information.
  2. Remove the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) information.
  3. Remove the front seat cushion side trim. Remove the 2 screws. Release from the 3 clips.
  4. Remove the front seat backrest hinge cover. Remove the 2 screws. Release from the clip.
  5. Remove the front seat backrest assembly. Release the retaining clips and disconnect the three electrical connectors. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  6. Remove the front seat grab handles. Remove the bolt covers. Remove the 2 bolts.
  7. Remove the front seat head restraint. Release the front seat head restraint latch.
  8. Remove the seat armrest. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Armrest»(ref-579190-S29968745362013100600000) .
  9. Remove the front seat lumbar adjustment knob. Pull sharply to release from lumbar mechanism.
  10. Release the front seat backrest cover. Release the 5 clips. Release the tension straps.
  11. Remove the front seat backrest cushion and cover from the front seat frame. Remove the 3 hog rings.
  1. Install the front sear backrest cover. Install the hog rings. Install the clips. Attach the tension straps.
  2. Install the front seat lumbar adjustment knob. Push firmly to secure to the lumbar mechanism.
  3. Install the seat armrest. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Armrest»(ref-579190-S29968745362013100600000) .
  4. Install the front seat head restraint.
  5. Install the front seat grab handles. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Install the bolt covers.
  6. Install the front seat backrest assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
  7. Install the front seat backrest hinge cover. Tighten the screws. Fit the clip.
  8. Install the front seat cushion side trim. Position and secure in the clips. Install the screws.
  9. Install the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) information.

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Scheme 30: REMOVAL

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  1. Fold the seat cushion assembly forwards.
  2. Remove the seat backrest hinge inner covers. Release the clip.
  3. Remove the seat backrest latch covers. Remove the 2 screws.
  4. Remove the seat backrest cover. Fold the seat cushion forward. Release the 14 clips.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Scheme 33

Scheme 33: REMOVAL
  1. Remove the front seat backrest cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Backrest Cover»(ref-579190-S17115898412013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat backrest heater mat.
  1. Install the front seat backrest heater mat.
  2. Install the front seat backrest cover. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Backrest Cover»(ref-579190-S17115898412013100600000) .

Note. This procedure shows the removal of both the LH and RH covers.

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Scheme 34: REMOVAL

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  1. LH seat only: Remove the safety belt retractor cover and guide. Remove the 2 screws.
  2. Remove the rear seat release handle.
  3. Remove the rear seat release handle finisher. Remove the screw.
  4. Remove the rear seat head restraint. Depress the 2 retaining clips.
  5. Remove the rear seat head restraint retaining clips.
  6. Release the rear LH seat backrest cover. Release the 10 clips.
  7. Remove the rear LH seat backrest cover. Remove the 41 hog rings.
  8. Release the rear RH seat backrest cover. Release the 9 clips.
  9. Remove the rear RH seat backrest cover. Remove the 24 hog rings.
  1. Install the rear seat backrest cover. Install the hog rings. Attach the clips.
  2. Install the rear seat head restraint retaining clips.
  3. Install the rear seat head restraint.
  4. Install the rear seat release handle finisher. Tighten the screw.
  5. Install the rear seat release handle.
  6. Install the safety belt guide and retractor cover. Attach the safety belt guide and retractor cover. Tighten the screws.

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Scheme 39: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the inner backrest hinge cover. Release the backrest cover side clip. Remove the screw. Release the 2 clips.
  2. Remove the outer backrest hinge cover. Remove the screw.
  3. Remove the rear seat cushion side finisher. Remove the 2 screws.
  4. Remove the luggage strap tether. Remove the Allen bolt.
  5. Remove the rear seat head restraint. Depress the 2 retaining clips.
  6. Remove the rear seat head restraint retaining clips.
  7. Remove the rear seat release handle.
  8. Remove the rear seat release handle finisher. Remove the screw.
  9. Disconnect the backrest heater mat electrical connector. Release the rear seat cushion side clip.
  10. Remove the rear seat backrest assembly. Remove the 3 Torx bolts.
  11. Release the rear seat backrest cover. Release the 5 clips.
  12. Remove the rear seat backrest cover. Remove the 16 hog rings.
  1. Install the rear seat backrest cover. Install the 16 hog rings. Attach the 4 clips.
  2. Install the rear seat backrest assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft).
  3. Connect the backrest heater mat electrical connector. Attach the rear seat cushion side clip.
  4. Install the rear seat release handle finisher. Tighten the screw.
  5. Install the rear seat release handle.
  6. Install the rear seat head restraint retaining clips.
  7. Install the rear seat head restraint.
  8. Install the luggage strap tether.
  9. Install the rear seat cushion side finisher. Tighten the screws.
  10. Install the outer backrest hinge cover. Tighten the screws. Tighten the screw.
  11. Install the inner backrest hinge cover. Attach the clips. Tighten the screw. Attach the backrest cover side clip.

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Scheme 45: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) information.
  2. Remove the front seat cushion side trim. Remove the 2 Torx screws. Release from the 4 clips.
  3. Remove the front seat base trim. Remove the screw. Release the 2 clips.
  4. Remove the front seat base. Remove the 6 nuts.
  5. Remove the front seat cushion assembly. Release and disconnect the 2 electrical connectors. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  6. Remove the seat track assembly. Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
  1. Install the seat track assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  2. Install the front seat cushion assembly. Tighten the Torx bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
  3. Install the front seat base. Tighten the nuts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  4. Install the front seat base trim. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screw.
  5. Install the front seat cushion side trim. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  6. Install the front safety belt buckle. For additional information, refer to: «Front Safety Belt Buckle»(ref-579263-S29390223782013100600000) .

Note. The front seat track motor is supplied as part of the front seat lower frame assembly.

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Scheme 48: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat»(ref-579190-S04853617972013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat cushion side trim. Remove the 2 Torx screws. Release from the 4 clips.
  3. Release the seat control switch. Remove the 2 screws. Remove the 2 clips.
  4. Remove the front seat base trim. Remove the screw. Release the 2 clips.
  5. Remove the front seat base. Remove the 6 nuts.
  6. Remove the front seat track motor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Release the electrical connector. Remove the 8 nuts.
  7. Remove the front seat track motor assembly from the seat rails. Remove the 4 bolts. Release the flexi drive from the seat rails.

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Scheme 51: INSTALLATION
  1. Make sure the seat rails are installed as a matched pair as supplied. Make sure the seat rails are correctly aligned.
  2. Install the front seat track motor assembly to the seat rails. Install the 4 bolts. Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  3. Install the front seat track motor. Tighten the nuts to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft). Connect the electrical connector. Secure the electrical connector.
  4. Install the front seat base. Tighten the nuts to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
  5. Install the front seat base trim. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screw.
  6. Install the front seat cushion side trim. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  7. Install the seat control switch. Secure in the clips. Tighten the screws.
  8. Install the front seat. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat»(ref-579190-S04853617972013100600000) .

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Scheme 52: REMOVAL

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  1. Remove the drivers side seat slides. For additional information, refer to: «Seat Track - Vehicles With: Power Seats»(ref-579190-S17889107312013100600000) .
  2. Remove the front seat cushion base. For additional information, refer to: «Front Seat Cushion»(ref-579190-S05663788972013100600000) .
  3. TORQUE: 25 Nm
  4. Secure the seat base using the 4 tie straps supplied, as shown. Using the seat height adjuster, lower the seat base to its lowest position.
  5. Release the arm from the height adjuster. Remove the Torx bolt.
  6. Drill out the 4 rivets.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.