simplyfriendly Posted July 16, 2017 Report Share Posted July 16, 2017 Hi All, I just purchased a brand new Journey Canada Value package and looking to install custom seat covers, However I realised yesterday that I can't take out the headrest and they are connected to airbags and thus difficult to come out. Any suggestion as to how install seat covers without taking out the headrest? Thanks for your help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdjourney Posted July 16, 2017 Report Share Posted July 16, 2017 I also tryed that with my 2014 with no luck. Let us know when you find out how need put some on my 2017 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfurth Posted July 18, 2017 Report Share Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) If it's a custom seat cover, just change the manner in which the cover is installed. Just don't have the fabricator close the top seam before installation. Fit the cover over the head rest with the top of the seat inside out, stitch the seam, then fit it around the seat back. Custom cover, custom fit, end of problem. It will just cost a little more since it will have to be hand-stitched on site. Also, if by "custom" you mean "after market," the solution still applies. Just rip the seam out at the top, then follow the directions as posted. Edited July 18, 2017 by bfurth jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplyfriendly Posted July 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2017 Thanks bfurth. I shall try ordering custom ones and post my feedback on the forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redtomatoman Posted July 19, 2017 Report Share Posted July 19, 2017 I have resisted the urge to get seatcovers due to the side impact airbags. I think most seatcovers will inhibit these airbags unless they are specifically designed to allow them to inflate. Honestly, I think most are not designed for side impact airbags. Correct me if I am wrong. The active headrests make installation a challenge as well. Peace. 2late4u and jkeaton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted July 19, 2017 Report Share Posted July 19, 2017 i wouldn't use seat covers for the same reason, i looked in the manual nothing in there saying not to use seat covers but it does say to sit straight while driving (lol) jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfurth Posted July 19, 2017 Report Share Posted July 19, 2017 7 hours ago, redtomatoman said: I have resisted the urge to get seatcovers due to the side impact airbags. I think most seatcovers will inhibit these airbags unless they are specifically designed to allow them to inflate. Honestly, I think most are not designed for side impact airbags. Correct me if I am wrong. The active headrests make installation a challenge as well. Peace. As my signature states - anything you do with your car is your fault. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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