Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is
normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
1. Remove the front seat. See See: Service and Repair.
2. Remove the recliner handle cover by pulling it forward.
3. Remove the outboard front seat side cushion shield.
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If removing the outboard passenger seat cushion side shield, remove the screw and slide the shield forward.
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Release the rear clip and push forward to release the front clip.
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If equipped, disconnect the seat control switch electrical connector.
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If removing the outboard driver seat side cushion shield, remove the 3 screws.
4. Remove the inboard front seat cushion side shield.
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For the driver seat, remove the 2 inboard side shield screws.
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For the passenger seat, remove the screw and slide the side shield forward to release the front hook.
5. Remove the wiring harness tie strap and detach the side air bag wiring harness pin-type retainer from the safety belt buckle pretensioner.
6. Disconnect the side air bag module electrical connector and detach it from the seat track.
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Detach the pin-type retainers and wiring harness from the seat cushion.
7. Remove the bolt and position aside the safety belt buckle pretensioner.
To install, tighten to 40 Nm {4.0 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}.
8. If equipped, disconnect the backrest heater mat electrical connector.
Access the electrical connector by slightly pulling the wiring harness out from the backrest trim cover.
9. Disconnect the side air bag electrical connector.
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Route the side air bag wiring harness from between the seat track and cushion frame.
10. Remove the 4 backrest-to-seat track bolts (power seat) or 3 remaining backrest-to-seat track bolts (manual seat) and backrest.
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To install, tighten to 45 Nm {4.5 kgf-m, 33 ft-lbf}.
CAUTION: Make sure the side air bag module wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the mounting bracket. Damage to the
wire harness may occur.
11. To install, reverse the removal procedure
Rear Seat Backrest - Split Bench Removal/Installation
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REAR SEAT BACKREST - SPLIT BENCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
60/40 Split Bench
