Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY LH
REMOVE REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY RH
REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY
Disengage the 2 front hooks of the rear seat cushion assembly from the vehicle body.
Note
Follow the instructions below carefully as the cushion frame deforms easily.
Choose a hook to detach first. Place your hands near the hook as shown in the illustration. Then lift the seat cushion to detach the hook.
Repeat for the other hook.
Disengage the 2 rear hooks of the seat cushion from the child restraint seat anchor bracket.
Remove the rear seat cushion assembly.
REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY
Using a screwdriver with the tip tapes, disengage the 2 claws to open the 2 cap of the rear seat shoulder belt guide LH.
Using a screwdriver with the tip tapes, disengage the 2 claws to open the 2 caps of the rear seat shoulder belt guide RH.
Remove the 4 bolts.
Disengage the 3 hooks and remove the rear seatback assembly
REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE
Put protective tape around the rear door scuff plate.
Using a moulding remover, disengage the 2 clips.
Disengage the 5 claws and remove the the rear door scuff plate LH.
REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH
Disengage the 5 claws and remove the rear seat side garnish LH.
REMOVE REAR AIRBAG SENSOR
Check that the engine switch is off.
Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Disconnect the connector from the rear airbag sensor.
Note
When disconnecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Remove the bolt and disengage the pin, and remove the rear airbag sensor.
Note
Loosen the bolt while holding the rear airbag sensor because the rear airbag sensor pin (stopper) is easily damaged.