Repair Procedures: Replacement

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When removing or installing the front passenger seat, be sure to initialize the Weight Classification System (WCS)
(If initialization process is not performed, WCS may not be able to detect a person correctly.)

(Refer to "WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (WCS) ")
When replacing the WCS, be sure to check the parts unit.
- Parts unit of WCS: seat track assembly

Remove the front seat track mounting cover.
After loosening the mounting bolts, remove the front seat assembly (A).
Tightening Torque:

34.3 ~ 53.9N.m (3.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 25.3 ~ 39.8lb-ft)

Fig 1: Front Seat Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the seat buckle connector (A), seat warmer & power seat connector (B), SAB connector (C), PODS connector (D).
[Driver's]

Fig 2: Seat Buckle, Seat Warmer, Power Seat, SAB & PODS Connectors (Driver's)
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[Passenger's]

Fig 3: Seat Buckle, Seat Warmer, Power Seat, SAB & PODS Connectors (Passenger's)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- 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.