Interior - Passenger Power Seat Switch Replacement

Classification:
EL07-037a

Reference:
ITB08-016a

Date:
January 19, 2010

2004-2010 QX56; PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH SERVICEABILITY

This bulletin has been amended. The Applied Vehicles and Service Procedure sections have been revised. Please discard all previous copies of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:
2004 - 2010 QX56 (JA60)

IF YOU CONFIRM

The passenger side power seat switch needs to be replaced for any reason.

ACTION

Refer to the Service Procedure to replace the switch.

WARNING:

^ This vehicle seat is equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) part of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

^ In this Service Procedure you will be removing and re-installing the outboard (switch side) J-clip of the seat bottom cover.

^ Only the outboard J.clip should be removed. Removal of any other J.Clips may affect OCS performance.

^ When re.installing the outboard J.Clip, make sure the J.Clip is securely attached. A loose J.Clip may affect OCS performance.

IMPORTANT:
The purpose of "ACTIONS" (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.





PARTS INFORMATION

CLAIMS INFORMATION





Submit a primary Failed part (PP) line claim using the claims coding shown.

SERVICE PROCEDURE





1. Write down the radio station presets.

2. Move / adjust the passenger seat bottom and seatback to the middle and upright positions.

3. Turn the ignition OFF. Disconnect both 12V battery cables negative cable first and wait at least 3 minutes before proceeding to step 4.

CAUTION:

Do not drop, tilt, or bump the side air bag module while removing/installing the seat. Always handle it with care.

4. Remove the 4 bolts holding the seat to the body.

5. Place the seat back side down on a clean covered workbench.





6. Remove the lower flap cover.





7. Using a plastic pry tool remove the switch knobs and switch plate.





8. Remove the 4 bolts securing the seat pan to the frame. See Figure 3.





9. Detach 2 harness clips as shown from seat cushion pan.

WARNING:
Before removal make careful note of the exact routing and clip placement of the harnesses for reassembly.








10. Remove the outboard J-Clip.

WARNING:
Only the outboard J.Clip can be detached. Removal of any other J.Clips may affect OCS performance.





11. Remove the two clips securing the switch harness to the seat pan. See Figure 7.

WARNING:
Before removal make careful note of the exact routing and clip placement for reassembly.





12. Remove and replace the switch.

13. Secure the switch harness with the 2 clips to the seat pan.





14. Roll the side facing trim down over the new seat switch. Re-attach the loose J-Clip back onto the seat frame.

^ Make sure the upholstered edge is flat and smooth with no bumps. See Figure 9.

^ Make sure the upholstered edge is flat and level with the side of the switch. See Figure 9.

WARNING:
Make sure the J.Clip is securely attached. A loose J.Clip may affect OCS performance.

15. Install the switch plate and switch knobs.

16. Set the seat pan back onto the seat frame and secure with the 4 bolts. Torque 27.5 N.m (2.8 Kg-m 20 ft.lb).

17. Re-attach the seat harnesses to the seat pan.

18. Re-attach the lower flap cover.

19. Install the seat into the body. Torque the bolts 45 N.m (4.6 Kg-m 33 ft.lb).

20. Re-connect the battery cables.

21. Confirm OCS operation. See the applicable Electronic Service Manual for details.

22. Re-program the radio presets.

23. Re-initialize the Automatic Sunroof as applicable. See the applicable Owner's Manual for details.





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