Passenger seat height adjustment.

Dinsley

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2014 Mazda 3
We have a 2014 Mazda3. The passenger seat is manually operated. Is there a way to add risers to the seat frame to raise it an inch or so? The driver's seat is electrically adjustable and sits a bit higher, and it is a lot easier to get in and out of. If the passenger seat was higher, exiting the car would be easier.
Thanks.
 
While this my not be that difficult to do (for someone who is handy with modifications), keep in mind that a taller seat position will allow increased torque loads on the bolts that secure the seat, should an accident occur. If the passenger is fairly small and light weight, the torque produced is probably lower than that calculated for a 6 foot + person weighing over 200 lbs, but keep in mind that the potential of bolt failure for the calculated heaviest passenger is increased when seat height is increased.
 
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