Kia Rio: Front Seat / Front Seat Frame Assembly

Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Seat / Front Seat Frame Assembly

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Front seat back frame assembly

2. Front seat cushion frame assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	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 side airbag (SAB) module. (Refer to Airbag Module - "Side Airbag (SAB) Module")

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)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Remove the side air bag for replacing side air bag installation seat. (Refer to Restraint - "Side Airbag (SAB) Module")

•	Before servicing, be fully aware of precautions and service procedure relevant to airbag. (Refer to Restraint - "Side Airbag (SAB) Module")

❮Front Seat Cushion Cover

Components and components location Component Location 1. Front seat cushion cover Repair procedures Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Front Seat Belt❯

Components and components location Components 1. Front seat belt retractor 2. Height adjuster 3. Rear seat belt retractor [side] 4.

Other information:

Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual: Antenna Coil

Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") 3. Remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panel.

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