Seat Assembly Replacement

2015 Kia Optima SXSECTION Seat Assembly Replacement

[Rear Seat 5:5 Type]

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion (A).
    Fig 1: Rear Seat Cushion
    G07380473Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Disconnect the rear seat heater connectors (A).
    Fig 2: Rear Seat Heater Connectors
    G07380474Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. After Loosening The Mounting Bolts, Then Remove The Rear Seat Back (A).

    Tightening Torque:Β 

    16.7 ~ 25.5 N.m (1.7 ~ 2.6kgf.m, 12.3~18.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 3: Removing Rear Seat Back
    G07380475Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.

[Rear Seat 6:4 Type]

  1. After loosening the mounting bolts and then remove the rear seat cushion assembly (A) by pulling it up.

    Tightening Torque :Β 

    16.7 ~ 25.5 N.m (1.7 ~ 2.6 kgf.m, 12.3 ~18.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 4: Pulling Rear Seat Cushion Assembly
    G00548916Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Disconnect the rear seat heater connector (A).
    Fig 5: Rear Seat Heater Connector
    G00548920Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Fold the rear seat back by pulling the rear seat folding lever (A) in the trunk.
    Fig 6: Pulling Rear Seat Folding Lever
    G00548924Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the rear seat back assembly (A).

    Tightening Torque :Β 

    16.7 ~ 25.5 N.m (1.7 ~ 2.6 kgf.m, 12.3 ~18.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 7: Rear Seat Back Assembly And Bolts
    G00548928Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:

    Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.