SEATS > Front Seat
INSPECTION
1. SEAT COVER
Check that there is no tear or fray on the cover COMPL - front backrest and the cover - front cushion.
NOTE:
For model with side airbag, if the door side of the cover COMPL - front backrest is torn or frayed, the side airbag may not be deployed properly. In this case, replace the cover COMPL - front backrest with a new part.
2. CHECK ILLUMINATION OF PASSENGER’S SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
Check that the passenger’s seat belt warning light illuminates when the passenger’s seat is occupied.

If it does not illuminate, check the seat belt warning system and the occupant detection system.
• Seat belt warning system: Seat Belt Warning System">
• Occupant detection system: Basic Diagnostic Procedure">
3. FLAT MAT HOOK
Check the flat mat hook by applying weight to the backrest assembly.

NOTE:
If the appropriate stiffness is not obtained by applying weight to the backrest assembly, the hook may be disengaged.
If it is due to the deformation of the hook, replace the hook with a new part.

Disassembly
InstallationRear center seating position
CAUTION
The head restraint is not intended to
be used at the retracted position.
Before sitting on the seat, raise the
head restraint to the extended position.
Incorrect (retracted position)
Correct (extended position)
To raise:
Pull the head restraint up.
To lower:
Push ...
Disassembly
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Preparation tool
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