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940 driver's seat removal 900 1995

I have made one foray into the lifting of the driver's seat and so far have failed to get it up and over on its side. This car is my current driver so I had to put it back together and look at another day.

What I am trying to do is to replace the seat belt receptacle. The part that comes up from the inside between the seat and the transmission cover.

I saw a Robert DIY video on seat removal on the 960 as a start point. I was able to undo the four bolts that hold the seat down but I could not manage to turn the seat onto its side so that I could get to work untangling the wires that run under the seat to the seat belt receptacle.

I have been able to move the seat back and forth using the switches when the battery is connected so I have total access to the front and rear bolts. I also have the seat in the fully up position. I disconnect the battery whenever possible--some paranoia about the air bags.

There is something else holding the seat in place and I have not yet been able to find what it is. Has anybody else gone through this procedure?








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    940 driver's seat removal 900 1995

    Here’s a link to an exploded view of your seat frame. The pin and keyhole that Spook is talking about are in the middle of the rail at part# 40 in the diagram. One pin under each rail and you will need to have both pins pulled back in their slots to be able to tip the seat up.

    https://parts.volvocars.ca/a/Volvo_1992_960/_51956_5695695/Subframe-for-seat--electrical-adjustment/GR-65787.html

    All kinds of others great parts views at that site so good idea to bookmark it.

    Note that seat belt bolts usually call for Loctite so you may need a breaker bar to get them started.

    Here are some general notes about working around SRS (airbag) components: Always disconnect and safely bag battery ground as noted by Spook and as well wait a good few minutes for the capacitors to fully discharge. Be aware that static electricity or arcing can trigger a discharge, so do not open electrical connectors until fully discharged and DO NOT ever probe with a meter! Any external damage beyond scratches to the control module or cable sheathing requires it to be replaced, especially important to note when wrestling heavy seats around. If a control module is ever dropped the motion sensors inside can get damaged, just like in a major accident. The OBD-I data link connector under the hood can be used to check and reset SRS trouble codes (see FAQ). Always be sure to keep your head out of the line of fire if an airbag should ever accidentally go off as a safe work habit. There’s nothing to greatly fear as long as you’re aware of the possibilities and are reasonably careful.
    --
    Dave -still with 940's, prev 740/240/140/120 You'd think I'd have learned by now








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      940 driver's seat removal 900 1995

      Hello again Dave,

      First, thanks again for a most informative post.

      I have bookmarked the page for future reference.

      Looking at the diagram I am taking it that the post that fits into the keyhole slot on the floor is the one shown just above part numbers 40 and 10. Oh. sorry, I just reread your commentary and it is 40.

      I take it the control module is item 45.

      My item, i.e., the seat belt receptor is not shown on the diagram. I am assuming it is just tied to the seat in a couple of places to prevent jamming,etc.

      My plan is to turn the seat over onto its side so that I can access the wire that runs from the receptor to the electrical connector which is near the front LH side of the seat. Once there I will cut away any plastic affixing devices and run the new receptor wire through the same pathway as the original and affix it the same way.

      I don't plan to touch the control module or any other part of the seat but 's--t happens' as the saying goes and the law of maximum bitchiness prevails in all things mechanical. I learned that saying from the air force. Aircraft were no different--just cleaner.

      Bob








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        940 driver's seat removal 900 1995

        If you scroll down the parts list on that parts page you'll see that #45 is the seat adjustment control unit clipped up under the seat frame.

        The SRS control module is fastened to the floor below the front of the seat. You'll find it shown elsewhere on the parts.volvocars.ca web site.

        The seat belt catch receptacle you're going after is held by a single bolt to the seat frame as shown on this parts page
        https://parts.volvocars.ca/a/Volvo_1992_960/_51956_5695055/Seat-belt--front-seat--single-reel--front-seat-belt--single-reel/GR-58055.html

        Once the seat is free you should be able to get suitable access to the bolt by tipping the seat forward (or backward) at an angle propped up by a short length of 2x4 or whatever. I don't recall needing to remove the tunnel console for access.

        I'm not sure if I've read what your trouble is with the seat belt catch receptacle. If the spring loaded red plastic "Press" button is broken or jammed then you may not need to replace the whole receptacle if you can figure out how to pry the end tabs in a little from the outer edge of the red button to release the grip nuckles out of their slots in the buckle housing. If you can figure how to pop a button out then just get a seat belt assembly from a wreck, like a double one for a rear seat as you'll get two red Press buttons, and just swap buttons. I've done it a couple of times on 240s, 740s or 940s -I'm just not exactly sure which models and years at this very moment. Remember that plastic tabs are not as forgiving when being bent in colder temperatures. Maybe try a hair dryer to warm things up a bit first if you're going to try.

        Dave -still with 940's, prev 740/240/140/120 You'd think I'd have learned by now








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    Dear muskox37,

    Hope you're well. Yes! Once the four seat bolts have been removed, pull the seat as far back as possible, then move it forward 1/4". That will allow the seat track lugs - one on the underside of each seat rail - to disengage from a "keyhole" opening in the floor plan, under each seat rail.

    DEATH DANGER WARNING: Before trying to remove the seat, remove the negative battery cable clamp from the negative battery terminal, and put the clamp in a plastic bag, to isolate it. This cuts power supply to the SRS (Airbag) System. The airbag sensor is under the driver's seat, affixed to the floor pan. If this sensor is banged - if you drop the seat on it, or drop a tool on it - the airbag could deploy. This can be lethal, at close quarters. If the car has an in-dash passenger airbag, that unit's deployment could crack the windshield.

    Volvo no longer supplies airbags or airbag sensors. In many jurisdictions, a car can't pass a safety inspection if the airbag system is not in good working order.

    Also, write down the four-digit radio security code, before cutting power to the car. A Volvo dealer can supply the code, if the factory-original radio is present. If a Volvo replacement radio has been installed, there should be a serial number on a label atop the radio's case. If that serial number is missing or illegible, the radio cannot be re-activated, so far as I know.

    Hope this helps. Happy Holidays and a Good, Healthy New Year!!!

    Yours faithfully,

    Spook








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      940 driver's seat removal 900 1995

      Hello Spook

      Thanks again for your sage advice. This is boxing day and I hope to have a go around with the 940 once again.

      Move the seat as far back as possible and then ahead a quarter of an inch to allow the peg to clear the keyhole opening in the floor.

      I will isolate the negative battery lead as you recommend.

      All the best of the holiday season to you and your family.

      muskox37 aka Bob







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