Removal and Replacement

Seat Removal/Installation

'00-05 Models

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.

1. Remove the seat as shown.
2. Install the seat in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Slip the seat belt through the slits in the seat belt guide properly.
- Make sure the seat belt switch connector is plugged in properly.
- Apply medium strength type liquid thread lock to the seat mounting bolts before reinstallation.
- Tighten the seat mounting bolts to the specified torque in the sequence shown. Slide the seat all the way back and tighten (1) and (2), then slide it forward and tighten (3) and (4). The driver's seat is shown; the passenger's seat is similar.
- Tighten the bolts by hand first, then tighten them to specification with a torque wrench.






Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program.

'06-08 Models
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations for the appropriate model.

Also review the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio system, then write down the audio presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then wait for 3 minutes before starting work.
3. Passenger's: Detach the front seat belt lower anchor.
4. Passenger's: Remove the seat track and covers (A) from the front of both seat tracks.






5. Remove the seat as shown.
6. Install the seat in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Slip the seat belt through the slits in the seat belt guide properly.
- Make sure the seat belt switch, passenger's weight sensor unit and driver's seat position sensor connector are plugged in properly.
- Apply medium strength type liquid thread lock to the seat mounting bolts before reinstallation.
- Tighten the seat mounting bolts to the specified torque in the sequence shown. Slide the seat all the way back and tighten (1) and (2), then slide it forward and tighten (3) and (4).
- Tighten the bolts by hand first, then tighten them to specification with a torque wrench.
- Passenger's: Before attaching the front seat belt lower anchor, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the belts.
- Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the audio system, then enter the audio presets.
- Set the clock.