Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:

NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front seat back cover.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT BACK COVER ")
Remove the front seat cushion cover.
(Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER ")
After loosening the mounting bolts, then disconnect the front seat back frame assembly (A) and front seat cushion frame assembly (B).
Tightening torque:

44.1 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.5 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Locate Front Seat Back Frame Assembly And Front Seat Cushion Frame Assembly With Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Remove the side air bag for replacing side air bag installation seat.
  (Refer to Restraint - "SIDE AIRBAG (SAB) MODULE ")
- Before service, be fully aware of precautions and service procedure relevant to air bag.
  (Refer to Restraint - "SIDE AIRBAG (SAB) MODULE ")