Milan FWD L4-2.3L (2008)
12. Separate the backrest foam pad from the backrest frame.
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If equipped with climate controlled seats, remove the hog rings from the upper support spring.
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If necessary, remove the backrest heater mat (if equipped) or the backrest climate controlled seat manifold (if equipped) from the foam pad.
13. NOTE: Note the side air bag module wire harness routing for assembly.
Release the side air bag module wire harness pin-type retainers and remove the side air bag module wiring harness from the backrest frame.
14. Release the 2 lumbar spring clips from the backrest frame and remove the lumbar assembly.
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Route out the lumbar cable from the backrest frame, if equipped.
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Note the routing of the lumbar cable for installation.
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the power lumbar motor, if equipped.
Climate controlled seat
15. Disconnect the backrest thermo-electric device (TED) assembly electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainers.
16. Remove the TED exhaust duct.
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Cut and remove the tie strap.
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Remove the retainer and separate the exhaust duct from the TED.
17. NOTE: Note the TED position on the support spring for installation. If needed, use an appropriate tool and separate the TED from the upper
backrest support spring.
Disconnect the backrest upper support spring from the backrest frame and remove the spring support with the TED attached.
Seat with power recliner
18. Remove the one-way push clip on the RH side of the power recliner. Slide the recliner shaft out from the LH side of the seat enough to clear the
RH recliner and power recline motor.
19. Disconnect the electrical connector, remove the bolt and the power recline motor.
All seats
20. Remove the 2 nuts and side air bag mounting bracket.
21. Detach any pin-type retainers, route out and remove the wiring harness, if equipped.
Assembly
All seats
1. Route and install the backrest wiring harness, if removed.
2. Install the side air bag mounting bracket and 2 nuts, if removed.
