First Row Seat Back Cushion/Cover: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
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  1. Place cover on cushion.
  2. Install cushion and cover onto seat pan.
  3. Install three screws attaching inner side shield hinge area.
  4. Install two screws attaching outer side shield buckle side.
  5. Engage inner J-straps to seat frame (Figure ).
  6. Install plastic seat back panel (Figure ).
  7. Install screws attaching plastic cover to seat back frame.
  8. Engage outer J-straps to seat back (Figure ).
  9. Install headrest sleeves. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ  ).
  10. Install seat back panel. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ  )
  11. Install armrest. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ  ).
  12. Connect heat element wire harness.
  13. Install first row seat. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ  ).
  14. Install headrest. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ  ).
  15. Connect battery negative cable.
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