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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 467 (Front Seat): Disassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota RAV4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. REMOVE HEADREST 
  2. REMOVE VERTICAL ADJUSTER KNOB 

    Using a screwdriver, pry out the snap ring and remove vertical adjuster knob.

    HINT:

    Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  3. REMOVE RECLINING ADJUSTER RELEASE HANDLE 

    Using a screwdriver, pry out the release handle.

    HINT:

    Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  4. REMOVE FRONT SEAT CUSHION OUTER SHIELD 

    Remove the 3 screws, cushion outer shield and cushion outer lower shield.

    Fig 1: Removing Screws & Front Seat Cushion Outer Shield
    G02926765Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT CUSHION INNER SHIELD 

    Remove the 2 screws and cushion inner shield.

    6. Fig 2: Removing Screws And Front Seat Cushion Inner Shield
    G02926766Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. REMOVE FRONT SEAT INNER BELT 

    Remove the bolt and inner belt.

  7. REMOVE SEATBACK ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the hog rings.
    2. Turn over the seatback cover.
    3. Remove the 4 bolts and the seatback assembly.
    4. W/Seat heater:

      Disconnect the connector.

  8. REMOVE SEATBACK COVER 
    1. Remove the headrest supports.
    2. W/Side airbag:

      Using a screwdriver, pry out the bracket as shown in Fig 3.

      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the airbag.
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