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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2006MATRIX BASE, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMESEATSSEATFRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY (FOR LH SIDE)REMOVAL
2006 Toyota Matrix Base, FWD, Standard

FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY (for LH Side): Removal

2006 Toyota Matrix Base, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal

HINT:

A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart.

NOTE: Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the seat adjuster can cause injuries to your hands.
  1. DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL 
    NOTE: Work must be started at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery. (The SRS is equipped with a back-up power source. If work is started within 90 seconds of turning the ignition switch OFF and disconnecting the negative (-) terminal cable of the battery, the SRS may deploy.)
  2. REMOVE FRONT SEAT TRACK BRACKET COVER OUTER LH 
  3. REMOVE FRONT SEAT TRACK BRACKET COVER INNER LH 
  4. REMOVE FRONT SEAT TRACK COVER LH REAR OUTER 
    1. Move the front seat assembly fully forward by operating the slide handle.
    2. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 4 claws and remove the cover.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 1: Disengaging Claws And Removing Cover
      G04466877Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT TRACK COVER LH REAR INNER 
    1. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 2 claws and remove the cover.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 2: Disengaging Claws And Removing Cover
      G04466878Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. REMOVE FRONT SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY 
  7. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY LH 
    1. Lift up the seat track adjusting handle and move the seat to the rearmost position.
    2. Remove the 2 bolts on the front side of the seat.
    3. Lift up the seat track adjusting handle and move the seat to the front most position.
    4. Remove the 2 bolts on the rear side of the seat.
    5. Disconnect the connectors under the seat. Then remove the front seat.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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