Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
4. Pull the side air bag module deployment chute and J-clips through opening in the backrest foam pad.
5. Detach the 2 side air bag module wiring harness retainers.
6. Remove the 2 side air bag module nuts and side air bag module.
7. Invert and remove the backrest trim cover.
8. Remove the backrest foam pad.
Seats with lumbar adjust
1. Remove the 2 screws and position aside the lumbar adjust control.
2. Release the lumbar support from the backrest frame wires and remove.
Assembly
WARNING:Before installing the seat side air bag module/deployment chute assembly:Inspect the side air bag module and mounting surfaces for any
damage or foreign material.Remove any foreign material from the mounting surfaces of the deployment chute, the seat backrest frame mounting bracket
and the air bag module cavity in the seat backrest foam pad.Install new parts if damaged.Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side air
bag deploying incorrectly, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
WARNING:Inspect the seat side air bag module and mounting surfaces for any damage or foreign material before installing the seat side air bag
module. If any damage is found, install new components. If any foreign material is found, remove it. Failure to follow these instructions may result in the
seat side air bag module deploying incorrectly and increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
