Hyundai ix35 Right Front Seat
Right Front Seat for the Hyundai ix35 — new, used and aftermarket stock, quoted once we know which ix35 you are running
What Are Hyundai ix35 Right Front Seat?
In a South African Hyundai the right front seat is the driver’s, which is why it is almost always the one that has given up first — the outer bolster tears where you slide across it and the foam collapses under the one occupant the car always carries. Ordering a used one is less about the seat than about what is bolted underneath it: side-airbag and pre-tensioner wiring, and on some derivatives an occupant sensor. Match the trim level and the interior colour, and be aware that a cloth seat from a Motion or GL car will not simply drop into a leather Elite or Executive interior. If the airbag light has come on since the seat was last out, suspect the connector under the base before you suspect the module.
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ix35 Right Front Seat: what actually decides fitment
What changes across the range
The ix35 reached South Africa as LM, and that alone changes what fits.
Because the ix35 and the LM Tucson are one vehicle under two names, parts listed for either will usually interchange — worth knowing when one listing is dry and the other is not.
Worth knowing: the ix35mechanically the same vehicle as the LM-generation Tucson, and a close relative of the Kia Sportage SL.
What we check on right front seat
- •The generation code, because ix35 parts lists split on it
- •The engine family — this ix35 was sold with Theta II 2.0 and R-line 2.0 CRDi
- •The trim level, the interior colour, and whether the car has leather or cloth
- •Whether the car is pre- or post-facelift within its generation
In South Africa the ix35 is mostly sold in big numbers as a mid-size family SUV and now firmly in the second- and third-owner phase, where turbo, injector and body-panel demand peaks. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai ix35 Right Front Seat FAQs
Will right front seat from another ix35 fit mine?
Not automatically. The ix35 sold in South Africa as LM, and because the ix35 and the LM Tucson are one vehicle under two names, parts listed for either will usually interchange — worth knowing when one listing is dry and the other is not. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
What should I send you when asking about ix35 right front seat?
The VIN is the single most useful thing — a photo of the plate is fine. Failing that, the generation code and the engine code off the block. The ix35 ran as LM, so the generation is what narrows the search.
Why is my Hyundai airbag warning light on?
Nine times out of ten it's a corroded or loose connector under the front seat controlling the seatbelt pre-tensioner or side airbag. We clean and re-seat the yellow plug and if the fault persists we scan codes before replacing the clockspring or squib.
How much does a used Hyundai front seat cost?
Used Hyundai front seats vary widely by trim — cloth is cheaper, leather and heated trims cost more. Get a free quote through our form with your model, year and trim level and we'll match a seat with intact airbag squib and working runners.
Where is the airbag/seatbelt pre-tensioner connector under a Hyundai seat?
It's the bright yellow plug usually at the front right of the seat base, clipped to the floorpan. Always disconnect the battery and wait 10 minutes before unplugging it — accidentally firing a pre-tensioner on the bench is dangerous and expensive.
Can I swap a front seat between Hyundai models?
Only if the floor mounts and wiring match, which usually means same generation and body style. A i20 MK1 seat won't bolt into an Accent, for example. We check compatibility by VIN and trim code before shipping to avoid mismatch returns.
Do I need to reset the airbag ECU after replacing a Hyundai seat?
Yes — any airbag code logged by the swap needs clearing with a compatible scan tool. We recommend GDS (Hyundai's Global Diagnostic System) or a reputable OBD specialist. Driving with a stored airbag fault means your airbags and pre-tensioners may be disarmed in a crash.
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Get your ix35 right front seat matched properly
A part number from the old unit, or simply your VIN, is enough for us to identify the right right front seat for your ix35.