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Seat Track

for 2007 Ram 3500 5.9L I6 Cummins · 4WD

Difficulty

Easy

Time

1.4 h

Tools

Steps

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This procedure covers removal and replacement of the driver or passenger seat track assembly on a 2007 Ram 3500 with 5.9L Cummins diesel engine.

Warnings

⚠Seat assemblies are heavy (50-70 lbs depending on configuration). Use proper lifting technique or get assistance to avoid back injury.

⚠If equipped with side-impact airbags in seats, disconnect battery negative terminal and wait 2 minutes before working on seat to prevent accidental deployment.

ℹ️Take photos before disassembly to document wire routing and connector locations if seat has power or heated features.

Tools required

10mm socket and ratchetEssential

13mm socket and ratchetEssential

T50 Torx socketEssential

Extension setEssential

Flathead screwdriver

Torque wrenchEssential

Trim panel removal tool

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Parts

Seat track assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification or quality aftermarket
Seat track mounting bolts × 4 — Typically reusable unless damaged

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Preparation

Park vehicle on level surface and engage parking brake
If seat has electrical connections (power, heated, airbag), disconnect battery negative terminal and wait 2 minutes
Move seat to full forward position for easier access to rear mounting bolts
Remove any floor mats or debris around seat base

Procedure

1
Disconnect electrical connections
If seat is equipped with power adjustments, heated seat, or side airbags, locate electrical connectors under the seat. Press release tabs and disconnect all wiring harnesses. Note the routing of wires for reinstallation.
2
Access rear seat track bolts
With seat in full forward position, locate the two rear seat track mounting bolts. These are typically hex-head bolts (verify size, commonly 15mm or 18mm) accessed from the rear of the seat track. Remove plastic trim caps if present using a flathead screwdriver or trim tool.
3
Remove rear mounting bolts
Using a T50 Torx socket with extension, remove both rear seat track mounting bolts. Keep bolts organized for reinstallation. Support the seat to prevent it from tipping backward once bolts are removed.
4
Access front seat track bolts
Slide seat to full rear position to access front mounting bolts. Remove any plastic trim caps covering the front bolts. The front bolts are typically hex-head as well (verify size, commonly 15mm or 18mm).
5
Remove front mounting bolts
Using a T50 Torx socket with extension, remove both front seat track mounting bolts. Ensure seat is properly supported as you remove the final bolts to prevent it from falling.
6
Remove seat assembly from vehicle
With all four mounting bolts removed and electrical connections disconnected, carefully lift and remove the entire seat assembly from the vehicle. Tilt seat backward slightly to clear the doorway. Use proper lifting technique or get assistance due to weight of assembly.
7
Separate seat from track assembly
Place seat upside down on a clean, protected work surface. Locate the bolts securing the seat to the track assembly (verify actual fastener size and type before removal). Remove these bolts and separate the seat cushion/back assembly from the track mechanism. Keep hardware organized.
8
Install new seat track
Position the new seat track assembly and align it with the mounting holes on the seat base. Install the seat-to-track mounting bolts and tighten securely. Ensure the track slides smoothly before installing in vehicle.
9
Install seat assembly into vehicle
Carefully lift the seat assembly with new track and position it over the four floor mounting locations. Route any electrical wiring through appropriate channels. Align all four mounting bolt holes.
10
Install and torque mounting bolts
Thread all four mounting bolts by hand first to ensure proper alignment. Tighten all bolts evenly to factory specification. Consult the manufacturer service manual for the exact torque value (commonly around 37 ft-lbs on this platform).
11
Reconnect electrical connections
Reconnect all electrical connectors under the seat, ensuring each connector clicks securely into place. Route wiring as documented in preparation photos to avoid pinching.
12
Restore battery connection
If battery was disconnected, reconnect the negative battery terminal. Tighten terminal bolt securely.

Reassembly

Install any plastic trim caps over mounting bolts
Test seat track operation through full range of motion before finalizing
If equipped with power seats, verify all electrical functions operate correctly
Adjust seat to comfortable driving position and verify it locks securely

Verification

Slide seat forward and backward through entire range of travel to verify smooth operation and no binding
Rock seat side-to-side and front-to-back to verify all mounting bolts are tight with no movement
Test all electrical functions if equipped (power adjustment, heating, lumbar support)
Verify seat latches securely in all positions along the track
Check that no wiring is pinched or interfering with seat movement

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