Repair Procedures: Replacement
NOTE:
- When folding the seatback forward in state that headrest and seat is upper and seat is moved forward, be careful not to touch the components such as sunvisor.
- After loosening the mounting bolts, remove the front seat assembly.
Tightening torque:
49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2- 47.0 lb.ft)
[Front]
[Rear]
- Disconnect the main connector (A), side airbag connector (B), front seat belt buckle connector (C).
[Driver's]
Fig 3: Locating Main Connector, Side Airbag Connector And Front Seat Belt Buckle Connector (Driver's)Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
[Passenger's]
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Information
SEAT MOUNTING BOLT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
- Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then tighten the front mounting bolt temporarily.
- Set the seat into most forward position. Check that each slide is locked, and then Tighten the rear mounting bolt completely.
- Set the seat into the most rearward position. Check the front mounting bolt completely.
- Check that the seat operates to and fro smoothy and the locking portion locks properly.