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Replacing seat base cover XC90

posted by  crazypierre on  Sat Jun 11 08:32 CST 2016
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Hi there,
I have a 2010 XC90 Active (base model with the 1/2 leatherette, 1/2 fabric seats.
The leatherette part of the base of the driver's seat (door side) has developed a split after just 42K miles but dealer and Volvo UK refuse any goodwill payment as they say it's out of warranty.

I've been quoted £400 by the dealer to replace the seat base cover.

Has anyone done this themselves? Does it involve disconnecting the seat electrics which may interfere with the airbag and give me other problems? I am very handy so could do it myself but don't want any troubles with the sensors/electrics/warning lights etc.

Any thoughts?
Thanks
Pete








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    Replacing seat base cover XC90

    posted by  KlausC on  Sat Jun 11 13:07 CST 2016
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    It is best to remove the seat. Remove all 4 bolts, then disconnect the battery, then unplug the seat wires before removing the seat from the car.

    If the bottom skin is is held together with metal hog clips, cut them and use plastic zip ties on re-assembly.

    If there is a salvage yard close to you, ask them if they have any bottom seat skins. They have to be cheaper than the dealer.

    Take your time removing the skin and don't 'force' anything. Putting the skin back on should only take 30 minutes.
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    Keeping it running is better than buying new







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