Kia Optima DL3: Rear Seat / Rear Seat Assembly

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Rear Seat / Rear Seat Assembly

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Rear seat cushion assembly

2. Rear seat back assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

[Rear seat cushion assembly]

1.	Remove the rear seat cushion assembly (A) by lifting and pulling the front.

2.	Separate the rear seat cushion heating connector (A) and rear seat extension connector (B).

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Make sure the connector is connected in properly.

[Rear seat back assembly]

1.	Remove the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

Loosen the mounting bolts and pull the rear seat back assembly (A) upwards to remove.

Tightening torque :

16.7 - 25.3 N·m (1.7 - 2.6 Kgf·m, 12.3 - 18.8 lb·ft)

3.	Press the lock pin and separate the rear seat airbag connectors (A).

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Make sure the connector is connected in properly.

❮Rear Seat

Rear Seat Back Cover❯

Components and components location Component Location 1. Rear seat back cover Repair procedures Replacement 1.

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