Seat Cushion Side Shields - Removal

REMOVAL

Special Tools:






NOTE: Left hand drive model shown. Right hand drive model similar.





1. Position the seat being serviced all the way forward.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the seat belt anchor trim panel (1) from the outboard seat cushion side trim panel (2) using Trim Stick or equivalent (3).






NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the seat belt anchor from the seat when servicing the power lumbar support switch.

4. Remove the screw (1) that secures the seat cushion side trim panel (2) to the seat frame (3).





5. Using Trim Stick or equivalent (1), carefully disengage the tabs (2) that secure the seat cushion side trim panel (3) to the rear of the seat.





6. Slide the seat cushion side trim panel (1) forward to disengage the trim panel from the side of the seat.
7. Position the seat cushion side trim panel to gain access to the back of the switches.
8. Disconnect the electric connectors (2) from the switches, if equipped.