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1/28 Classification: Reference: Date: BT05-012 NTB05-043 June 1, 2005 2003-2005 MURANO; DRIVERS SEAT NOISE AND / OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 2003-2005 Murano (Z50) APPLIED DATE: Vehicles built before February 2005 IF YOU CONFIRM The drivers seat is noisy and / or rocks back and forth slightly. ACTION Disassemble the seat as shown, install the parts listed below and reassemble the drivers seat. PARTS INFORMATION DESCRIPTION PART # QUANTITY Lifter Link Assembly FR-LH (2003-2005 MY for vehicles built before 2/05) 87458-AR00A 1 Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03) 87454-CA61A 1 Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/o Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03) 87454-CA01A 1 CLAIMS INFORMATION Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding: DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT RPR Left Front Power Seat (1) VX43AA ZL 46 1.6 hrs (1) Reference the FAST Parts Catalog and use the applicable LH Front Seat Adjuster Assy P/N as the PFP. IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair. Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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Classification: Reference: Date:

BT05-012 NTB05-043 June 1, 2005

2003-2005 MURANO; DRIVERS SEAT NOISE AND / OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH

APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 2003-2005 Murano (Z50) APPLIED DATE: Vehicles built before February 2005

IF YOU CONFIRM

The drivers seat is noisy and / or rocks back and forth slightly. ACTION

Disassemble the seat as shown, install the parts listed below and reassemble the drivers seat. PARTS INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION PART # QUANTITY Lifter Link Assembly FR-LH

(2003-2005 MY for vehicles built before 2/05)

87458-AR00A

1 Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA61A

1

Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/o Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA01A 1

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:

DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT RPR Left Front Power Seat (1) VX43AA ZL 46 1.6 hrs

(1) Reference the FAST Parts Catalog and use the applicable LH Front Seat Adjuster Assy P/N as the PFP.

IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.

Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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Exploded View of Front Seat (For Reference)

1 Seatback board 2 Headrest 3 Headrest holder (locked) 4 Headrest holder (free) 5 Lumbar support lever knob 6 Seatback trim 7 Seatback pad 8 Seatback frame 9 Inner stay 10 Side air bag module 11 Seat cushion trim 12 Seat cushion pad 13 Seat cushion frame 14 Power seat harness 15 Seat cushion inner finisher 16 Reclining inner device 17 Reclining device rod 18 Reclining outer device 19 Seat belt buckle 20 Seat lifter link slide assembly 21 Power seat switch 22 Pedal adjusting switch 23 Seat cushion outer finisher 24 Slide & lifter switch knob 25 Reclining switch knob 26 Seat cushion under cover 27 Seat cushion front finisher 28 Seat control unit 29 Seat cushion outer cover

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SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove headrest. 2. Move the seat bottom forward to remove both rear seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 3. Move the seat bottom rearward to remove both front seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 4. Use the “tilt up” switch to move the seat bottom to the highest position. 5a Record all radio presets. 5b Turn the ignition key OFF. 6. Disconnect both battery cables (negative cable first) and wait 3 minutes before going to

the next step.

Figure 1

8. Cover the door sill plate and lower B-Pillar finisher with a clean dry cloth fender cover. 9. Carefully remove the seat assembly from vehicle and place it on a clean dry work

surface. 10. Place the seat upside down, to reach the underside.

7. Lean the entire seat assembly backwards (so the seat back touches the rear seat) so you can reach the under side of the seat.

Disconnect 1 side air bag connector and 2 ADP Control Unit connectors.

Side Air Bag Connector

ADP Control Unit Connectors (two)

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Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

11. Remove 3 connectors from the LH side bracket, and then disconnect the connectors.

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Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

12. Remove power seat slide and tilt switche

knobs from lower LH side finisher.

13. Use flat blade to release clip between

the lower front and LH side finishers.

14. Lift up the lower side finisher.

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Figure 8

Figure 9

15. Disconnect power seat switch

connectors.

Remove the power seat switch connector from the seat frame held by a clip.

16. Remove the LH seat slide finisher.

(2 screws)

Disconnect Connector

Disconnect & Remove Connector from Frame

LH Seat Slide Finisher

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Figure 10

Figure 11

Figure 12

17. Release power seat switch harness

from bracket.

18. Now remove LH lower side finisher.

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Figure 13

Figure 14

Figure 15

19. Remove lower front finisher (2 clips).

20. Release elastic band from cushion

spring.

21. Remove RH Seat Cushion Inner

Finisher.

Clip

Clip

Elastic Band

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Figure 16

Figure 17

Figure 18

22. Remove seat back panel 2 clips located

at lower end of seat back.

23. Disconnect the seat back panel and

then slide it up and off.

24. Disconnect connectors at ADP control

unit (CU) .

Clips

Slide Up

ADP CU

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Figure 19

Figure 20

Figure 21

25. Remove seat harness from ADP CU

bracket (1 clip).

26. Remove connector from ADP CU

bracket.

27. Remove side air bag connector from

ADP CU bracket (1 clip).

ADP CU Bracket

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Figure 22

Figure 23

Figure 24

28. Remove connectors from ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

29. Disconnect seat slide motor connector.

Seat Slide Motor Connector

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Figure 25

31. Remove seat belt connector from seat frame and disconnect the connector.

Figure 26 Figure 27

30. Disconnect the tilt seat motor

connectors.

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Figure 28

Figure 29

32. Disconnect the connector.

32. Remove seat belt harness from seat

lifter adjuster (1 clip).

Clip

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33. Disconnect side air bag harness from seat cushion frame (2 clips).

Clips

Air bag harness

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Figure 33

Figure 34

Figure 35

34. Remove both clips at the back of the

seat cushion frame. (see Figures 33 and 34)

35. Remove the bolts at each pivot end

(14mm bolt). This will detach the seat cushion pad from seat back pad.

Bolts

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36. Remove seat cushion trim (3 clips on each side, 1 clip along front, and 1 clip along rear).

Figure 36

Figure 37

37. Disconnect seat heater switch

connector, located between seat back and seat bottom.

38. Push harness through seat springs

and out of the way.

Seat Back

Seat Bottom

Seat heater switch connector

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39. Remove the Seat Cushion Frame (4 nuts – 12mm)

Figure 38 Figure 39

Figure 40

Figure 41

40. Remove side brackets from seat lift adjuster (Both sides)

• Long bracket (LH side)

• Short bracket (RH side)

Long Bracket (LH Side)

Short Bracket (RH Side)

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Figure 42

IMPORTANT: Please pay close attention to the next step.

Figure 43

41. Remove Seat Lifter Motor Assembly (4

bolts & 2 nuts) from Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly.

42. Install Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly back into the vehicle and tighten down all 4 seat anchor bolts.

NOTE: This step is IMPORTANT to maintain proper alignment. It will securely hold the seat

lift adjust assembly during removal of the lifter link assembly.

43. Remove ADP control unit (CU)

bracket (2 nuts).

Bolts

Nuts

Front

2 nuts

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Figure 44

Figure 45

46. Remove the seat lift adjuster assembly from the vehicle.

44. Remove the old Lifter Link Assembly

(2 nuts) from the seat lift adjuster assembly.

45. Place the new lifter link assembly onto the seat lift adjust assembly. Then, re-install the ADP CU bracket onto the seat adjust assembly.

Tighten the nuts for the lifter link

assembly and ADP CU bracket to the specified torque:

Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-

m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

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Figure 46

Figure 47

Figure 48

48. For 2004 &2005 MY Vehicles: Re-install the original seat lifter

motor assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly. Tighten the nuts and bolts using the same sequence as Step 47 above.

B3 B4 N1 N2 B5 B6

47. For 2003 MY Vehicles: Install the NEW seat lifter motor

assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly.

Install the nuts and bolts finger tight, in the following order:

1. N1 and N2. 2. B5 and B6. 3. B3 and B4. Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47

kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.) in the following order:

1. B5 and B6. 2. B3 and B4. 3. N1 and N2.

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Figure 49

Figure 50

Figure 51

49. Install side support bracket (both sides)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Long bracket (LH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Short bracket (RH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

50. Re-install seat cushion frame to the

seat lift adjuster assembly.

LH Side-Long Bracket

RH Side-Short Bracket

Rear Nuts

Front Nuts

Seat Cushion Frame

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Figure 52

Figure53

Figure 54

51. Install the front side of cushion frame into the slots.

a. Lock in front with nuts, 1 turn each. (see Figure 52)

b. Next install the rear side of cushion frame into slots by pulling in a rearwards direction.

c. Lock in rear with nuts.

d. Now tighten down all 4 nuts completely.

NOTE: Improper tightening (nuts not tight enough) may cause a customer to come back with complaint of a spring-type noise.

52a. Route the seat harness (which is attached to the seat back) through the cushion spring as shown and

52b. Attach to seat cushion frame (2

clips).

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Figure 55

Figure 56

Figure 57

53. Turn the seat bottom frame upside down. (see Figure 55)

a. Connect ADP CU connectors. b. Connect tilt motor connectors. c. Connect front slide motor connector. d. Connect seat belt connector and attach

it to frame (1 clip). e. Re-attach seat belt harness to frame (1

clip).

54. Route air bag harness under seat

lifter motor assembly and attach to frame (2 clips).

55. Re-attach connectors to ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Air bag harness

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Figure 58

Figure 59

56.Turn seat bottom frame over so it’s right side up. Place seat cushion pad onto seat cushion frame, attach the trim on both sides (3 clips on each side).

57. Connect seat heater connector.

58. Attach seat back to the seat bottom. Install 2 bolts at seat hinge (both sides). Then tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque,

Torque specs for the pivot bolts are:

43.1-54.0 Nm, 4.4-5.5 kg-m, 32-40 in –lb.

Seat Heater Connector

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Figure 60

Figure 61

Figure 62

59. Turn the seat assembly upside down

to access the bottom.

a. Attach clips to the front. (see Figure 60)

b. Attach rear clips of the seat cushion trim to the frame.

60. Attach elastic band to cushion spring.

Make sure it is pulled tight

Front Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Rear Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Elastic Band

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Figure 63

Figure 64

Figure 65

61. Attach seat back panel at the top,

then reattach two clips at the bottom.

62. Install LH seat slide trim.

63. Install LH seat side finisher. a. First, connect power seat switch

connectors together

b. Then re-attach connector to seat frame (1 clip).

LH Seat Slide Trim

LH Seat Side Finisher

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Figure 66

Figure 67

Figure 68

64. Secure the LH seat side finisher in place at the hinge end, then push the connector through seat frame bracket.

65. Attach 3 connectors to seat frame

bracket (3 clips), then connect the connectors.

66. Install power seat switch knobs.

Push Connector through Bracket

3 Connectors 3 Connectors

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Figure 69

Figure 70

Figure 71

71. Reconnect battery, positive cable first.

72. Reprogram radio presets and set the clock.

67. Install front lower finisher. a. Hook LH side first,

b. then snap RH side in place.

68. Install RH Seat Cushion Inner Finisher.

69. Install seat assembly into the vehicle. a. Lean the entire seat assy back (so

the seat back touches the rear seat) to access the under side of the seat.

b. Connect the 3 connectors at front of

seat

70. Tighten seat anchor bolts and install front and rear seat rail covers (both sides)

Seat Cushion Inner Finisher

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Classification: Reference: Date:

BT05-012a NTB05-043a August 18, 2005

2003-2005 MURANO; DRIVERS SEAT NOISE AND / OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH

This bulletin supersedes NTB03-095. Please discard all paper copies of that bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 2003-2005 Murano (Z50) APPLIED DATE: Vehicles built before February 2005

IF YOU CONFIRM

The drivers seat is noisy and / or rocks back and forth slightly. ACTION

Disassemble the seat as shown, install the parts listed below and reassemble the drivers seat. PARTS INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION PART # QUANTITY Lifter Link Assembly FR-LH

(2003-2005 MY for vehicles built before 2/05)

87458-AR00A

1 Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA61A

1

Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/o Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA01A 1

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:

DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT RPR Left Front Power Seat (1) VX43AA ZL 46 1.6 hrs

(1) Reference the FAST Parts Catalog and use the applicable LH Front Seat Adjuster Assy P/N as the PFP.

IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.

Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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Exploded View of Front Seat (For Reference)

1 Seatback board 2 Headrest 3 Headrest holder (locked) 4 Headrest holder (free) 5 Lumbar support lever knob 6 Seatback trim 7 Seatback pad 8 Seatback frame 9 Inner stay 10 Side air bag module 11 Seat cushion trim 12 Seat cushion pad 13 Seat cushion frame 14 Power seat harness 15 Seat cushion inner finisher 16 Reclining inner device 17 Reclining device rod 18 Reclining outer device 19 Seat belt buckle 20 Seat lifter link slide assembly 21 Power seat switch 22 Pedal adjusting switch 23 Seat cushion outer finisher 24 Slide & lifter switch knob 25 Reclining switch knob 26 Seat cushion under cover 27 Seat cushion front finisher 28 Seat control unit 29 Seat cushion outer cover

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SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove headrest. 2. Move the seat bottom forward to remove both rear seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 3. Move the seat bottom rearward to remove both front seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 4. Use the “tilt up” switch to move the seat bottom to the highest position. 5a Record all radio presets. 5b Turn the ignition key OFF. 6. Disconnect both battery cables (negative cable first) and wait 3 minutes before going to

the next step.

7. Lean the entire seat assembly backwards (so the seat back touches the rear seat) so you can reach the under side of the seat.

Disconnect 1 side air bag connector and 2 ADP Control Unit connectors.

ADP Control Unit Connectors (two)

Side Air Bag Connector

Figure 1

8. Cover the door sill plate and lower B-Pillar finisher with a clean dry cloth fender cover. 9. Carefully remove the seat assembly from vehicle and place it on a clean dry work

surface. 10. Place the seat upside down, to reach the underside.

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11

. Remove 3 connectors from the LH side bracket, and then disconnect the connectors.

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

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12. Remove power seat slide and tilt switche

knobs from lower LH side finisher.

Figure 5

13. Use flat blade to release clip between

the lower front and LH side finishers.

Figure 6

14. Lift up the lower side finisher.

Figure 7

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15. Disconnect power seat switch

connectors.

Remove the power seat switch connector from the seat frame held by a clip.

Disconnect Connector

Disconnect & Remove Connector from Frame

Figure 8

16. Remove the LH seat slide finisher.

(2 screws)

LH Seat Slide Finisher

Figure 9

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Figure 10

Figure 11

Figure 12

17. Release power seat switch harness

from bracket.

18. Now remove LH lower side finisher.

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19. Remove lower front finisher (2 clips).

Clip

Clip

Figure 13

20. Release elastic band from cushion

spring.

Elastic Band

Figure 14

21

. Remove RH Seat Cushion Inner Finisher.

Figure 15

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22. Remove seat back panel 2 clips located

at lower end of seat back.

Clips

Figure 16

23. Disconnect the seat back panel and

then slide it up and off.

Slide Up

Figure 17

24. Disconnect connectors at ADP control

unit (CU) .

ADP CU

Figure 18

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25. Remove seat harness from ADP CU

bracket (1 clip).

Figure 19

ADP CU Bracket

26. Remove connector from ADP CU

bracket.

Figure 20

27. Remove side air bag connector from

ADP CU bracket (1 clip).

Figure 21

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28. Remove connectors from ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Figure 22

Figure 23

29. Disconnect seat slide motor connector.

Seat Slide Motor Connector

Figure 24

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30. Disconnect the tilt seat motor

connectors.

Figure 25

31. Remove seat belt connector from seat frame and disconnect the connector.

Figure 26 Figure 27

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32. Disconnect the connector.

32. Remove seat belt harness from seat

lifter adjuster (1 clip).

Figure 28

Clip

Figure 29

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33. Disconnect side air bag harness from seat cushion frame (2 clips).

Air bag harness

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Clips

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34. Remove both clips at the back of the

seat cushion frame. (see Figures 33 and 34)

Figure 33

Figure 34

35. Remove the bolts at each pivot end

(14mm bolt). This will detach the seat cushion pad from seat back pad.

Bolts

Figure 35

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36. Remove seat cushion trim (3 clips on each side, 1 clip along front, and 1 clip along rear).

37. Disconnect seat heater switch

connector, located between seat back and seat bottom.

Seat Back

Seat heater switch connector

Figure 36 Seat Bottom

38. Push harness through seat springs

and out of the way.

Figure 37

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39. Remove the Seat Cushion Frame (4 nuts – 12mm)

40

Figure 38 Figure 39

Figure 40

Figure 41

. Remove side brackets from seat lift adjuster (Both sides)

• Long bracket (LH side)

• Short bracket (RH side)

Long Bracket (LH Side)

Short Bracket (RH Side)

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Figure 42

IMPORTANT: Please pay close attention to the next step.

Figure 43

41. Remove Seat Lifter Motor Assembly (4

bolts & 2 nuts) from Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly.

42. Install Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly back into the vehicle and tighten down all 4 seat anchor bolts.

NOTE: This step is IMPORTANT to maintain proper alignment. It will securely hold the seat

lift adjust assembly during removal of the lifter link assembly.

Bolts

2 nuts

Nuts

43. Remove ADP control unit (CU)

bracket (2 nuts). Front

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Figure 44

Figure 45

44. Remove the old Lifter Link Assembly

(2 nuts) from the seat lift adjuster assembly.

45. Place the new lifter link assembly onto the seat lift adjust assembly. Then, re-install the ADP CU bracket onto the seat adjust assembly.

Tighten the nuts for the lifter link

assembly and ADP CU bracket to the specified torque:

Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-

m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

46. Remove the seat lift adjuster assembly from the vehicle.

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Figure 46

B3 B4 N1 N2 B5 B6

47. For 2003 MY Vehicles: Install the NEW seat lifter motor

assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly.

Install the nuts and bolts finger tight,in the following order:

1. N1 and N2. 2. B5 and B6. 3. B3 and B4. Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47

kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.) in the following order:

1. B5 and B6. 2. B3 and B4. 3. N1 and N2.

48. For 2004 &2005 MY Vehicles: Re-install the original seat lifter

motor assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly. Tighten the nuts and bolts using the same sequence as Step 47 above.

Figure 47

Figure 48

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49. Install side support bracket (both

sides) • Install the mounting bolts for the

Long bracket (LH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Short bracket (RH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

LH Side-Long Bracket

Figure 49

RH Side-Short Bracket

Figure 50

50. Re-install seat cushion frame to the

seat lift adjuster assembly.

Rear Nuts

S

Figure 51

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Front Nuts

eat Cushion Frame

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51. Install the front side of cushion frame into the slots.

a. Lock in front with nuts, 1 turn each. (see Figure 52)

b. Next install the rear side of cushion frame into slots by pulling in a rearwards direction.

c. Lock in rear with nuts.

d. Now tighten down all 4 nuts completely.

NOTE: Improper tightening (nuts not tight enough) may cause a customer to come back with complaint of a spring-type noise.

Figure 52

Figure53

Figure 54

52a. Route the seat harness (which is attached to the seat back) through the cushion spring as shown and

52b. Attach to seat cushion frame (2

clips).

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53. Turn the seat bottom frame upside down. (see Figure 55)

a. Connect ADP CU connectors. b. Connect tilt motor connectors. c. Connect front slide motor connector. d. Connect seat belt connector and attach

it to frame (1 clip). e. Re-attach seat belt harness to frame (1

clip).

Figure 55

54. Route air bag harness under seat

lifter motor assembly and attach to frame (2 clips).

Air bag harness

Figure 56

55. Re-attach connectors to ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Figure 57

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56

57

58

.Turn seat bottom frame over so it’s right side up. Place seat cushion pad onto seat cushion frame, attach the trim on both sides (3 clips on each side).

. Connect seat heater connector.

Seat Heater Connector

Figure 58

. Attach seat back to the seat bottom. Install 2 bolts at seat hinge (both sides). Then tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque,

Torque specs for the pivot bolts are: 43.1-54.0 Nm, 4.4-5.5 kg-m, 32-40 in –lb.

Figure 59

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59. Turn the seat assembly upside down

to access the bottom.

a. Attach clips to the front. (see Figure 60)

b. Attach rear clips of the seat cushion trim to the frame.

Front Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Figure 60

Rear Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Figure 61

60. Attach elastic band to cushion spring.

Make sure it is pulled tight

Elastic Band

Figure 62

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61. Attach seat back panel at the top,

then reattach two clips at the bottom.

Figure 63

Figure 64

62. Install LH seat slide trim.

63. Install LH seat side finisher. a. First, connect power seat switch

connectors together

b. Then re-attach connector to seat frame (1 clip).

LH Seat Slide Trim

LH Seat Side Finisher

Figure 65

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Figure 66

Figure 67

65. Attach 3 connectors to seat frame

bracket (3 clips), then connect the connectors.

3 Connectors 3 Connectors

Push Connector through Bracket

64. Secure the LH seat side finisher in place at the hinge end, then push the connector through seat frame bracket.

66. Install power seat switch knobs.

Figure 68

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67. Install front lower finisher. a. Hook LH side first,

b. then snap RH side in place.

Figure 69

Figure 70

68. Install RH Seat Cushion Inner Finisher.

Seat Cushion Inner Finisher

69. Install seat assembly into the vehicle. a. Lean the entire seat assy back (so

the seat back touches the rear seat) to access the under side of the seat.

b. Connect the 3 connectors at front of

seat

Figure 71

70. Tighten seat anchor bolts and install front and rear seat rail covers (both sides)

71. Reconnect battery, positive cable first.

72. Reprogram radio presets and set the clock.

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Classification: Reference: Date:

BT05-012b NTB05-043b October 27, 2005

2003-2005 MURANO; DRIVER’S SEAT NOISE AND / OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH

This bulletin has been amended. The Parts Information and Applied Date sections have been revised. No other content has been changed. Please discard all previous copies.

APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 2003-2005 Murano (Z50) APPLIED DATE: Vehicles built before August 2005

IF YOU CONFIRM

The driver’s seat is noisy and / or rocks back and forth slightly. ACTION

Disassemble the seat as shown, install the parts listed below and reassemble the driver’s seat. PARTS INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION PART # QUANTITY Lifter Link Assembly FR-LH

(2003-2005 MY for vehicles built before 8/05)

87458-AR06A

1

Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA61A

1

Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/o Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA01A

1

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:

DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT RPR Left Front Power Seat (1) VX43AA ZL 46 1.6 hrs

(1) Reference the FAST Parts Catalog and use the applicable LH Front Seat Adjuster Assy P/N as the PFP.

IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.

Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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Exploded View of Front Seat (For Reference)

1 Seatback board 2 Headrest 3 Headrest holder (locked) 4 Headrest holder (free) 5 Lumbar support lever knob 6 Seatback trim 7 Seatback pad 8 Seatback frame 9 Inner stay 10 Side air bag module 11 Seat cushion trim 12 Seat cushion pad 13 Seat cushion frame 14 Power seat harness 15 Seat cushion inner finisher 16 Reclining inner device 17 Reclining device rod 18 Reclining outer device 19 Seat belt buckle 20 Seat lifter link slide assembly 21 Power seat switch 22 Pedal adjusting switch 23 Seat cushion outer finisher 24 Slide & lifter switch knob 25 Reclining switch knob 26 Seat cushion under cover 27 Seat cushion front finisher 28 Seat control unit 29 Seat cushion outer cover

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SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove headrest. 2. Move the seat bottom forward to remove both rear seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 3. Move the seat bottom rearward to remove both front seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 4. Use the “tilt up” switch to move the seat bottom to the highest position. 5a Record all radio presets. 5b Turn the ignition key OFF. 6. Disconnect both battery cables (negative cable first) and wait 3 minutes before going to

the next step.

Figure 1

8. Cover the door sill plate and lower B-Pillar finisher with a clean dry cloth fender cover. 9. Carefully remove the seat assembly from vehicle and place it on a clean dry work

surface. 10. Place the seat upside down, to reach the underside.

7. Lean the entire seat assembly backwards (so the seat back touches the rear seat) so you can reach the under side of the seat.

Disconnect 1 side air bag connector and 2 ADP Control Unit connectors.

Side Air Bag Connector

ADP Control Unit Connectors (two)

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Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

11. Remove 3 connectors from the LH side bracket, and then disconnect the connectors.

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Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

12. Remove power seat slide and tilt switch

knobs from lower LH side finisher.

13. Use flat blade to release clip between

the lower front and LH side finishers.

14. Lift up the lower side finisher.

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Figure 8

Figure 9

15. Disconnect power seat switch

connectors.

Remove the power seat switch connector from the seat frame held by a clip.

16. Remove the LH seat slide finisher.

(2 screws)

Disconnect Connector

Disconnect & Remove Connector from Frame

LH Seat Slide Finisher

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Figure 10

Figure 11

Figure 12

17. Release power seat switch harness

from bracket.

18. Now remove LH lower side finisher.

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Figure 13

Figure 14

Figure 15

19. Remove lower front finisher (2 clips).

20. Release elastic band from cushion

spring.

21. Remove RH Seat Cushion Inner

Finisher.

Clip

Clip

Elastic Band

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Figure 16

Figure 17

Figure 18

22. Remove seat back panel 2 clips located

at lower end of seat back.

23. Disconnect the seat back panel and

then slide it up and off.

24. Disconnect connectors at ADP control

unit (CU) .

Clips

Slide Up

ADP CU

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Figure 19

Figure 20

Figure 21

25. Remove seat harness from ADP CU

bracket (1 clip).

26. Remove connector from ADP CU

bracket.

27. Remove side air bag connector from

ADP CU bracket (1 clip).

ADP CU Bracket

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Figure 22

Figure 23

Figure 24

28. Remove connectors from ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

29. Disconnect seat slide motor connector.

Seat Slide Motor Connector

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Figure 25

31. Remove seat belt connector from seat frame and disconnect the connector.

Figure 26 Figure 27

30. Disconnect the tilt seat motor

connectors.

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Figure 28

Figure 29

32. Disconnect the connector.

32. Remove seat belt harness from seat

lifter adjuster (1 clip).

Clip

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33. Disconnect side air bag harness from seat cushion frame (2 clips).

Clips

Air bag harness

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Figure 33

Figure 34

Figure 35

34. Remove both clips at the back of the

seat cushion frame. (see Figures 33 and 34)

35. Remove the bolts at each pivot end

(14mm bolt). This will detach the seat cushion pad from seat back pad.

Bolts

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36. Remove seat cushion trim (3 clips on each side, 1 clip along front, and 1 clip along rear).

Figure 36

Figure 37

37. Disconnect seat heater switch

connector, located between seat back and seat bottom.

38. Push harness through seat springs

and out of the way.

Seat Back

Seat Bottom

Seat heater switch connector

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39. Remove the Seat Cushion Frame (4 nuts – 12mm)

Figure 38 Figure 39

Figure 40

Figure 41

40. Remove side brackets from seat lift adjuster (Both sides)

• Long bracket (LH side)

• Short bracket (RH side)

Long Bracket (LH Side)

Short Bracket (RH Side)

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Figure 42

IMPORTANT: Please pay close attention to the next step.

Figure 43

41. Remove Seat Lifter Motor Assembly (4

bolts & 2 nuts) from Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly.

42. Install Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly back into the vehicle and tighten down all 4 seat anchor bolts.

NOTE: This step is IMPORTANT to maintain proper alignment. It will securely hold the seat

lift adjust assembly during removal of the lifter link assembly.

43. Remove ADP control unit (CU)

bracket (2 nuts).

Bolts

Nuts

Front

2 nuts

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Figure 44

Figure 45

46. Remove the seat lift adjuster assembly from the vehicle.

44. Remove the old Lifter Link Assembly

(2 nuts) from the seat lift adjuster assembly.

45. Place the new lifter link assembly onto the seat lift adjust assembly. Then, re-install the ADP CU bracket onto the seat adjust assembly.

Tighten the nuts for the lifter link

assembly and ADP CU bracket to the specified torque:

Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-

m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

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Figure 46

Figure 47

Figure 48

48. For 2004 &2005 MY Vehicles: Re-install the original seat lifter

motor assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly. Tighten the nuts and bolts using the same sequence as Step 47 above.

B3 B4 N1 N2 B5 B6

47. For 2003 MY Vehicles: Install the NEW seat lifter motor

assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly.

Install the nuts and bolts finger tight, in the following order:

1. N1 and N2. 2. B5 and B6. 3. B3 and B4. Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47

kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.) in the following order:

1. B5 and B6. 2. B3 and B4. 3. N1 and N2.

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Figure 49

Figure 50

Figure 51

49. Install side support bracket (both sides)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Long bracket (LH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Short bracket (RH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

50. Re-install seat cushion frame to the

seat lift adjuster assembly.

LH Side-Long Bracket

RH Side-Short Bracket

Rear Nuts

Front Nuts

Seat Cushion Frame

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Figure 52

Figure53

Figure 54

51. Install the front side of cushion frame into the slots.

a. Lock in front with nuts, 1 turn each. (see Figure 52)

b. Next install the rear side of cushion frame into slots by pulling in a rearwards direction.

c. Lock in rear with nuts.

d. Now tighten down all 4 nuts completely.

NOTE: Improper tightening (nuts not tight enough) may cause a customer to come back with complaint of a spring-type noise.

52a. Route the seat harness (which is attached to the seat back) through the cushion spring as shown and

52b. Attach to seat cushion frame (2

clips).

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Figure 55

Figure 56

Figure 57

53. Turn the seat bottom frame upside down. (see Figure 55)

a. Connect ADP CU connectors. b. Connect tilt motor connectors. c. Connect front slide motor connector. d. Connect seat belt connector and attach

it to frame (1 clip). e. Re-attach seat belt harness to frame (1

clip).

54. Route air bag harness under seat

lifter motor assembly and attach to frame (2 clips).

55. Re-attach connectors to ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Air bag harness

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Figure 58

Figure 59

56.Turn seat bottom frame over so it’s right side up. Place seat cushion pad onto seat cushion frame, attach the trim on both sides (3 clips on each side).

57. Connect seat heater connector.

58. Attach seat back to the seat bottom. Install 2 bolts at seat hinge (both sides). Then tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque,

Torque specs for the pivot bolts are:

43.1-54.0 Nm, 4.4-5.5 kg-m, 32-40 in –lb.

Seat Heater Connector

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Figure 60

Figure 61

Figure 62

59. Turn the seat assembly upside down

to access the bottom.

a. Attach clips to the front. (see Figure 60)

b. Attach rear clips of the seat cushion trim to the frame.

60. Attach elastic band to cushion spring.

Make sure it is pulled tight

Front Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Rear Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Elastic Band

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Figure 63

Figure 64

Figure 65

61. Attach seat back panel at the top,

then reattach two clips at the bottom.

62. Install LH seat slide trim.

63. Install LH seat side finisher. a. First, connect power seat switch

connectors together

b. Then re-attach connector to seat frame (1 clip).

LH Seat Slide Trim

LH Seat Side Finisher

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Figure 66

Figure 67

Figure 68

64. Secure the LH seat side finisher in place at the hinge end, then push the connector through seat frame bracket.

65. Attach 3 connectors to seat frame

bracket (3 clips), then connect the connectors.

66. Install power seat switch knobs.

Push Connector through Bracket

3 Connectors 3 Connectors

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Figure 69

Figure 70

Figure 71

71. Reconnect battery, positive cable first.

72. Reprogram radio presets and set the clock.

67. Install front lower finisher. a. Hook LH side first,

b. then snap RH side in place.

68. Install RH Seat Cushion Inner Finisher.

69. Install seat assembly into the vehicle. a. Lean the entire seat assy back (so

the seat back touches the rear seat) to access the under side of the seat.

b. Connect the 3 connectors at front of

seat

70. Tighten seat anchor bolts and install front and rear seat rail covers (both sides)

Seat Cushion Inner Finisher

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Classification: Reference: Date:

BT05-012c NTB05-043c March 29, 2007

2003-2007 MURANO; DRIVER’S SEAT NOISE AND / OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH

This bulletin has been amended to include installation of the Lifter Link Assy. RR-LH. The Parts and Claims Information has also changed. Please discard all previous copies.

APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 2003-2007 Murano (Z50) APPLIED DATE: Vehicles built before January 18, 2007

IF YOU CONFIRM

The driver’s seat is noisy and / or rocks back and forth slightly. ACTION

Disassemble the seat as shown, install the parts listed below and reassemble the driver’s seat. PARTS INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION PART # QUANTITY Lifter Link Assembly FR-LH

(2003-2005 MY for vehicles built before 8/05)

87458-AR06A

1

Lifter Link Assembly RR-LH (all applied vehicles) 87473-CA00A 1 Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA61A

1

Lift Motor-FR-LH (w/o Memory System) (2003 MY for vehicles built before 7/03)

87454-CA01A

1 CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:

DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT RPR Left Front Power Seat (1) VX43AA ZL 46 1.7 hrs

(1) Reference the FAST Parts Catalog and use the applicable LH Front Seat Adjuster Assy P/N as the PFP.

IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTIONS” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure (starting on page 2) as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.

Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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Exploded View of Front Seat (For Reference)

1 Seatback board 2 Headrest 3 Headrest holder (locked) 4 Headrest holder (free) 5 Lumbar support lever knob 6 Seatback trim 7 Seatback pad 8 Seatback frame 9 Inner stay 10 Side air bag module 11 Seat cushion trim 12 Seat cushion pad 13 Seat cushion frame 14 Power seat harness 15 Seat cushion inner finisher 16 Reclining inner device 17 Reclining device rod 18 Reclining outer device 19 Seat belt buckle 20 Seat lifter link slide assembly 21 Power seat switch 22 Pedal adjusting switch 23 Seat cushion outer finisher 24 Slide & lifter switch knob 25 Reclining switch knob 26 Seat cushion under cover 27 Seat cushion front finisher 28 Seat control unit 29 Seat cushion outer cover

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SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove headrest. 2. Move the seat bottom forward to remove both rear seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 3. Move the seat bottom rearward to remove both front seat rail covers and seat anchor

bolts. 4. Use the “tilt up” switch to move the seat bottom to the highest position. 5a Record all radio presets. 5b Turn the ignition key OFF. 6. Disconnect both battery cables (negative cable first) and wait 3 minutes before going to

the next step.

Figure 1

7. Lean the entire seat assembly backwards (so the seat back touches the rear seat) so you can reach the under side of the seat.

Disconnect 1 side air bag connector and 2 ADP Control Unit connectors.

Side Air Bag Connector

ADP Control Unit Connectors (two)

8. Cover the door sill plate and lower B-Pillar finisher with a clean dry cloth fender cover. 9. Carefully remove the seat assembly from vehicle and place it on a clean dry work

surface. 10. Place the seat upside down, to reach the underside.

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11

. Remove 3 connectors from the LH side bracket, and then disconnect theconnectors.

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

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12. Remove power seat slide and tilt switch

knobs from lower LH side finisher.

Figure 5

13. Use flat blade to release clip between

the lower front and LH side finishers.

Figure 6

14. Lift up the lower side finisher.

Figure 7

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15. Disconnect power seat switch

connectors.

Remove the power seat switch connector from the seat frame held by a clip.

Disconnect Connector

Disconnect & Remove Connector from Frame

Figure 8

16. Remove the LH seat slide finisher.

(2 screws)

LH Seat Slide Finisher

Figure 9

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Figure 10

Figure 11

Figure 12

17. Release power seat switch harness

from bracket.

18. Now remove LH lower side finisher.

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19. Remove lower front finisher (2 clips).

Figure 13

Clip

Clip

Elastic Band 20. Release elastic band from cushion

spring.

Figure 14

21

. Remove RH Seat Cushion Inner

Finisher.

Figure 15

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22. Remove seat back panel 2 clips located

at lower end of seat back.

Figure 16

Clips

Slide Up

23. Disconnect the seat back panel and

then slide it up and off.

Figure 17

24. Disconnect connectors at ADP control

unit (CU) .

ADP CU

Figure 18

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25. Remove seat harness from ADP CU

bracket (1 clip).

Figure 19

ADP CU Bracket

Figure 20

26. Remove connector from ADP CU

bracket.

27. Remove side air bag connector from

ADP CU bracket (1 clip).

Figure 21

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28. Remove connectors from ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Figure 22

Figure 23

29. Disconnect seat slide motor connector.

Seat Slide Motor Connector

Figure 24

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30. Disconnect the tilt seat motor

connectors.

Figure 25

31. Remove seat belt connector from seat frame and disconnect the connector.

Figure 26 Figure 27

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32. Disconnect the connector.

32. Remove seat belt harness from seat

lifter adjuster (1 clip).

Figure 28

Clip

Figure 29

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33. Disconnect side air bag harness from seat cushion frame (2 clips).

Clips

Air bag harness

Figure 30

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34. Remove both clips at the back of the

seat cushion frame. (see Figures 31 and 32)

Figure 31

Figure 32

35. Remove the bolts at each pivot end

(14mm bolt). This will detach the seat cushion pad from seat back pad.

Bolts

Figure 33

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36. Remove seat cushion trim (3 clips on each side, 1 clip along front, and 1 clip along rear).

37. Disconnect seat heater switch

connector, located between seat back and seat bottom.

Figure 34

Seat Back

Seat Bottom

Seat heater switch connector

38. Push harness through seat springs

and out of the way.

Figure 35

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39. Remove the Seat Cushion Frame (4 nuts – 12mm)

40

Figure 36 Figure 37

Figure 38

Figure 39

. Remove side brackets from seat lift adjuster (Both sides)

• Long bracket (LH side)

• Short bracket (RH side)

Long Bracket (LH Side)

Short Bracket (RH Side)

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41. Remove Seat Lifter Motor Assembly (4

bolts & 2 nuts) from Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly.

42. Remove the seat belt bracket nuts,

then the bracket.

Figure 40

Bolts

Nuts

2 nuts

Figure 41

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IMPORTANT: • Seat track alignment MUST be

kept through the next few steps. • This is done by carefully

following the next few steps. 43. Install Seat Lift Adjuster Assembly

back into the vehicle and tighten down all 4 seat anchor bolts.

NOTE: This step will securely hold the seat lift adjust assembly during removal of the lifter link assemblies.

44. Remove the seat switch cover bracket

and its two nuts.

NOTE: Do not remove any of the other nuts at this time.

Figure 42

Bolts

2 nuts

Figure 43

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Figure 44

Figure 45

Figure 46

45. Remove the 3 nuts holding the Lifter

Link Assy. FR-LH and ADP control unit (CU) bracket.

CAUTION: DO NOT loosen any other bolts at this time, only the 3 called out in Figure 44.

46. Remove the Lifter Link Assy. FR-LH

and ADP control unit (CU) bracket. 47a. Install the new Lifter Link Assy. FR

LF from the Parts Information section of this bulletin.

47b. Reinstall the ADP control unit

bracket. 47c. Torque the three nuts to:

• 11.0-14.5 N�m (1.12-1.47 Kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb)

3 nuts

3 nuts

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Figure 47

Figure 48

Figure 49

48. Remove the 3 nuts holding the

Lifter Link Assy. RR-LH, then remove the Assy.

49a. Install the new Lifter Link Assy.

RR LF from the Parts Information section of this bulletin.

49b. Torque the 1 M8 “gold” nut to:

• 11.0-14.5 N�m (1.12-1.47 Kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb)

49c. Torque the 2 M10 “black” nuts to:

• 43.5-58.5 N�m (4.4-5.9 Kg-m, 32-43 ft-lb)

50. Reinstall the seat switch cover

bracket. Torque the 2 M8 “gold” nuts to:

• 11.0-14.5 N�m (1.12-1.47 Kg-

m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb)

2 nuts

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Figure 50

Figure 51

Figure 52

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B3 B4 N1 N2 B5 B6

2 nuts

Bolts

51. Remove the seat lift adjuster

assembly from the vehicle. 52. Reinstall the seat belt bracket.

Torque the 2 M108 “black” nuts to:

• 43.5-58.5 N�m (4.4-5.9 Kg-m, 32-43 ft-lb)

53. For Applied 2003 MY Vehicles: Install the NEW seat lifter motor

assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly.

Install the nuts and bolts finger tight, in the following order:

1. N1 and N2. 2. B5 and B6. 3. B3 and B4. Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-

1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.) in the following order:

1. B5 and B6. 2. B3 and B4. 3. N1 and N2. OR For 2004 - 2007 MY Vehicles: Re-install the original seat lifter

motor assembly onto the seat lift adjuster assembly. Tighten the nuts and bolts using the same sequence as Step 51 above.

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54. Install side support bracket (both

sides) • Install the mounting bolts for the

Long bracket (LH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

• Install the mounting bolts for the

Short bracket (RH side). Torque to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.)

55. Re-install seat cushion frame to the

seat lift adjuster assembly.

Figure 53

Figure 54

LH Side-Long Bracket

RH Side-Short Bracket

Rear Nuts

S

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Front Nuts

eat Cushion Frame

Figure 55

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56. Install the front side of cushion frame into the slots.

a. Lock in front with nuts, 1 turn each. (see Figure 56)

b. Next install the rear side of cushion

frame into slots by pulling in a rearwards direction.

c. Lock in rear with nuts. d. Now torque down all 4 nuts

completely to 11.0-14.5 N•M (1.12-1.47 kg-m, 8.1-10.7 ft-lb.).

NOTE: Improper tightening (nuts not tight enough) may cause a customer to come back with complaint of a spring-type noise.

57a. Route the seat harness (which is attached to the seat back) through the cushion spring as shown and

57b. Attach to seat cushion frame (2

clips).

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Figure 56

Figure 57a

Figure 57b

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58. Turn the seat bottom frame upside down.

a. Connect ADP CU connectors. b. Connect tilt motor connectors. c. Connect front slide motor connector. d. Connect seat belt connector and

attach it to frame (1 clip). e. Re-attach seat belt harness to frame

(1 clip).

59. Route air bag harness under seat

lifter motor assembly and attach to frame (2 clips).

60. Re-attach connectors to ADP CU

bracket (2 clips).

Figure 58

Air bag harness

Figure 59

Figure 60

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61

62

63

.Turn seat bottom frame over so it’s right side up. Place seat cushion pad onto seat cushion frame, attach the trim on both sides (3 clips on each side).

. Connect seat heater connector.

Seat Heater Connector

Figure 61

. Attach seat back to the seat bottom. Install 2 bolts at seat hinge (both sides). Then tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque,

Torque specs for the pivot bolts are: 43.1-54.0 Nm, (4.4-5.5 kg-m, 32-40 in –lb.)

Figure 62

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64. Turn the seat assembly upside down

to access the bottom.

• Attach clips to the front. (see Figure 63)

• Attach rear clips of the seat cushion trim to the frame.

Figure 63

Figure 64

Front Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Rear Clip of Seat Cushion Trim

Elastic Band

Figure 65

65. Attach elastic band to cushion spring.

Make sure it is pulled tight

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66. Attach seat back panel at the top,

then reattach two clips at the bottom.

Figure 66

Figure 67

67. Install LH seat slide trim.

68. Install LH seat side finisher. a. First, connect power seat switch

connectors together

b. Then re-attach connector to seat frame (1 clip).

LH Seat Slide Trim

LH Seat Side Finisher

Figure 68

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Figure 69

Figure 70

70. Attach 3 connectors to seat frame

bracket (3 clips), then connect the connectors.

3 Connectors 3 Connectors

Push Connector through Bracket

69. Secure the LH seat side finisher in place at the hinge end, then push the connector through seat frame bracket.

71. Install power seat switch knobs.

Figure 71

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72. Install front lower finisher. a. Hook LH side first,

b. then snap RH side in place.

Figure 72

Figure 73

73. Install RH Seat Cushion Inner Finisher.

Seat Cushion Inner Finisher

74. Install seat assembly into the vehicle. a. Lean the entire seat assy back (so

the seat back touches the rear seat) to access the under side of the seat.

b. Connect the 3 connectors at front of

seat

Figure 74

75. Tighten seat anchor bolts and install front and rear seat rail covers (both sides)

76. Reconnect battery, positive cable first.

77. Reprogram radio presets and set the clock.

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