2026-08-09

Trim - Seat Back - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1307060041 1307060042 1307060031 1307060032 FRT 0.78 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2024-04-04: Cleaned up topic.
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the LH rear door and lower the LH rear window.
  3. Remove the LH 1st row seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Install).
  4. Put the seat on a protected surface such as a 500 lb portable bench or similar.
    Note
    Recommend assistance.
    Note
    Put the seat so that the underside of the seat can be accessed.
  5. Release the seat back elastic straps (x2) from the seat frame.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Pick Miniature Soft Grip, 90 degree tip, 6 in
  6. Remove the LH outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - 1st Row Seat - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the LH front seat inboard cover. See Side Shield - Inboard - 1st Row Seat - LH (Remove and Install).
  8. Pull the tails of the zippers outside the seatback, and then unzip the LH seatback trim zippers (x2).
    Note
    Use of a straight pick can aid in moving the zipper pulls.
  9. Release the rear of the seatback trim soft trim retainers (x3).
  10. Disconnect the seatback ventilation blower electrical connector, and then turn clockwise to release the blower from the seat assembly.
  11. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x2), and then remove and discard the nuts (x4) that attach the side airbag to the seat frame.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  12. Release the velcro strips (x3) and tabs (x4), and then remove the seatback trim from the seat assembly. Pass the electrical connector through the trim opening.
    CAUTION
    Avoid tearing the velcro from the foam.

Install

  1. Install the seatback trim onto the seat assembly: Push the seatback trim between the seatback foam and the seat cushion, and then secure the tabs (x4) and velcro strips (x4). Pass the electrical connector through the trim opening.
    Note
    Pull the trim over the tabs.
    Note
    Secure the velcro strips.
  2. Install new nuts (x4) that attach the side airbags to the seat frame and connect the electrical connectors (x2).
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    Note
    Install new nuts.
  3. Turn the seatback ventilation blower counterclockwise to secure it on the seat assembly, and then connect the electrical connector.
  4. Secure the rear of the seatback trim soft trim retainers (x3).
  5. Zip the LH seatback trim zippers (x2).
    Note
    Zip each side of seatback trim, and then tuck in the tails.
    Note
    Use of a straight pick can aid in moving the zipper pulls.
  6. Install the LH front seat inboard cover. See Side Shield - Inboard - 1st Row Seat - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Install the LH outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - 1st Row Seat - LH (Remove and Install).
  8. Install the seat back elastic straps (x2) onto the seat frame.
  9. Install the LH 1st row seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Install).
  10. Raise the LH rear window and close the LH rear door.
  11. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.