Kia Sportage: Front Seat / Front Seat Frame Assembly Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Seat / Front Seat Frame Assembly Repair procedures

Replacement

•	Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury

•	When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Remove the front seat back cover. (Refer to Front Seat - "Front Seat Back Cover")

2.	Remove the front seat cushion cover. (Refer to Front Seat - "Front Seat Cushion Cover")

3.	Remove the lumbar support assembly. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Lumbar Support Unit")

After loosening the mounting bolts, disconnect the front seat back frame assembly (A) and front seat cushion frame assembly (B).

Tightening torque :

44.1 - 53.9 N·m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf·m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb·ft)

5.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Front Seat Frame Assembly Components and components location

Component Location 1. Front seat back frame assembly 2. Front seat cushion frame assembly ...

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