These instructions are for custom-made Sheepskin Car seat covers. Universal fit / MultiFit and Premade SUV/4WD are slightly different in that they are a 2-piece (Headrest and Seat cover) and use clip connectors. The Same installation process applies.
What’s in your kit
- 3-piece per seat:
- Headrest cover (Velcro closure at bottom)
- Seat back cover (three tie sets: front + back straps that tie together under the seat back)
- Seat base cover (three straps from the base top + three straps from the front skirt that tie together; two side-to-side straps)
- You’ll also need: a flexible plastic ruler (for pushing straps/skirt into gaps)
Important safety notes
- SRS side airbags: Your covers use airbag-safe breakaway seams and are tagged. Always fit so the airbag tag aligns with the airbag side as per the vehicle’s original seat design (driver and/or passenger, one or both sides, depending on the car). Never cover or relocate an airbag tag.
- Seat heaters & ventilation: Do not use. Natural leather backing blocks heat/cooling transfer.
- Electrics: Keep all straps clear of wiring looms, motors, pretensioners, sensors and seat slide rails.
Before you start (2 mins)
- Park safely, power off the car (or switch off seat controls).
- Slide the seat fully back and then up (if powered) to give hand access under/behind the seat.
- Identify the airbag tag on the new cover and the airbag side on your seat.
- If your seat back has a lower plastic trim/cloth flap, locate the clips—you’ll unclip this during fitting and re-clip at the end.
Fitting: Front Bucket Seats
A) Headrest
- Removable headrests (two-post or single-post):
- Press the release button(s) and remove the headrest.
- Slip on the headrest cover with the Velcro closure at the bottom; align seams neatly.
- Reinstall headrest into the seat after the seat-back cover is on (Step B).
- Integrated/non-removable/DV D/monitor headrests:
Your seat-back cover is patterned to suit. Follow Step B; the top aperture will slide over neatly around the integrated headrest/screen.
B) Seat Back Cover
- Orient the cover: airbag tag on the airbag side of the seat.
- Slide the cover over the seat back from the top, smoothing as you go.
- Push the front seat-back flap firmly into the crack between the seat back and base.
- Find the three front straps and three matching rear straps (they meet under the seat back).
- If your seat back has a lower cover panel, unclip/open it for access.
- Join and tie the three strap sets:
- Outer left & outer right straps: snug and supportive (these do most of the holding).
- Centre strap: do not overtighten (it’s mainly stabilising).
Tie with square knots or firm bows; you can re-adjust later.
- Reinstall the headrest and seat it through the cover’s post openings (where applicable).
Armrests:
- If your seat has armrests, the seat-back cover is shaped to fit around them.
- If armrest covers were ordered, slip them on now (Velcro/zip as supplied) with the opening underneath for a clean look.
C) Seat Base Cover
- Place the base cover squarely on the cushion with the front skirt draping down the front.
- Push the base-top flap down into the seat back/base crack (same gap you used for the seat-back flap).
- Route and tie the three base-top straps to their matching three front-skirt straps underneath the front of the seat:
- Keep all straps above wiring and clear of motors.
- Tie firmly, but check seat fore-aft movement—nothing should snag.
- Route the two side-to-side straps across under the seat, above the seat slide rails/bars (critical). Tie firmly.
- Tuck the skirt (around the sides of the base) between the leather seat surface and the hard plastic side panel (e.g., control shrouds).
- Use the flexible plastic ruler to press the skirt and strap into the gap for a tidy, secure finish.
- The skirt is designed to disappear into this gap—don’t force it behind structural metal or wiring.
D) Final checks (front seat)
- Slide the seat fully forward and backward—no strap should catch on rails, motors, or carpet.
- Confirm all buckles, seatbelt receivers and controls are accessible and not covered.
- Confirm the airbag tag is visible and aligned with the factory airbag location.
- Smooth the sheepskin nap by hand for an even look.
- Re-clip the lower seat-back panel.
Variations & Special Cases
Seats with side controls or large plastic shrouds
- The skirt/strap tucks behind the plastic shroud—that is by design.
- Never route straps through control cut-outs or around moving knobs/levers.
- If your seat has extra knobs/switches, your cover is pre-cut to accommodate them. Do not cut new holes.
Integrated seatbelts / seat-mounted buckles & pretensioners
- Your covers are manufactured with the correct penetrations/allowances.
- Ensure belt paths and buckle receivers remain clear and unobstructed.
- Do not tie straps around belt stalks or pretensioner housings.
Utes with flip-up bases
- Fit the base in the down position, tie as above, and confirm it still flips up freely afterwards.
- Keep side-to-side straps above any flip-hinge linkages and seat bars.
Rear seats (60/40, 40/20/40, benches)
- Headrests: Remove, fit covers, reinstall.
- Seat backs: Fit from the top down. Where there are split backs, treat each section separately so each can fold independently after fitting.
- Base cushions: Fit and tie as per front seat base (three top straps to three front skirt straps, plus two side-to-side straps above rails/bars).
- Armrest pass-throughs/centre sections: The cover is patterned for these; fold armrests down to check alignment, then return upright.
- Cargo anchors/boot releases: Ensure openings remain accessible; do not reroute straps through releases.
Quick “Do / Don’t” Checklist
Do
- Use the flexible plastic ruler to push skirts/straps cleanly into gaps.
- Keep all straps above slide rails and clear of electrics.
- Tighten outer seat-back straps firmly; leave the centre strap comfortable, not over-tight.
- Re-clip any lower back panel you opened.
- Keep the airbag tag visible and on the correct side.
- After fitting, cycle seat movement is fully confirmed to ensure nothing is snagged.
Don’t
- Don’t use seat heaters or ventilated seat functions with these covers.
- Don’t cut the cover for extra holes (your pattern already accommodates controls/penetrations).
- Don’t trap wiring looms, pretensioners, or motors in tie knots.
- Don’t route side-to-side straps under the slide bars.
- Don’t overtighten the centre seat-back strap (it’s for stability, not primary anchoring).
Troubleshooting
Seat won’t slide freely
- A strap is likely under a slide rail or caught on a motor. Re-route above the rails and retest.
Loose shoulders near the airbag side
- Re-tension the outer seat-back strap on that side; smooth the nap downward.
Wrinkles / baggy base
- Re-seat the base cover squarely, re-tie the three front/top strap sets and the two side-to-side straps. Tuck the skirt deeper using the ruler.
Buckle receiver is buried.
- Lift the base cover slightly and free the buckle, then retension the nearest ties so the receiver stands proud.
Electric seat fault light
- A connector or harness may be tugged. Loosen ties, inspect under the seat, and re-route all straps away from wiring and sensors. Power cycle the car.
The armrest looks twisted
- Remove and refit the armrest cover so the closure seam is underneath; smooth nap front-to-back.
Care & Use
- Daily: Brush by hand to lift the wool nap.
- Spots/Spills: Dab with a damp cloth; avoid soaking the leather backing.
- Deep clean: Use sheepskin-safe detergent only; never machine-wash or dry at high heat. Lay flat, shape by hand, air-dry away from sun/heat.
- Shedding: Light initial fluff is standard—vacuum with a brush attachment if needed.
- Sun/UV: Prolonged direct sun can fade any textile; rotate/brush to keep a uniform look.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these airbag-safe?
A: Yes. The airbag-safe breakaway seam is clearly tagged on the outer shoulder(s) per the vehicle’s original design. Fit with the tag on the correct airbag side and keep it visible.
Q: Can I use seat heaters or ventilated seats?
A: No. The natural leather backing blocks heat/cooling transfer; do not switch these features on.
Q: Will the covers interfere with electrics or seat movement?
A: Not when fitted correctly. Keep all ties above slide rails and clear of wiring, motors, sensors and pretensioners. Always test full forward/back movement after fitting.
Q: My seat has big plastic side panels and controls—will it still fit?
A: Yes. The skirt is designed to tuck behind these panels, and the cover is pre-cut where controls need clearance. Use the flexible ruler to seat the skirt neatly.
Q: What about seats with integrated seatbelts or special buckle locations?
A: Your covers are manufactured to suit those penetrations. Ensure belts and buckles remain clear and accessible.
Q: Do I need extra hooks or zip ties?
A: No. All required ties are sewn into the covers. You may loosely position the ties first, then secure the final tie once alignment is perfect.
Q: How tight should the straps be?
A: Outer seat-back straps: firm/snug. Centre seat-back strap: not tight (stability only). Base straps: firm enough to prevent movement without restricting seat slide.
Q: Can I fit them myself?
A: Yes—most owners do. Set aside ~20–30 minutes per front seat on your first time; go slowly and use the flexible ruler for a clean tuck.
Q: Will they fit around armrests?
A: Yes. The seat-back is patterned around armrests; armrest covers are included if ordered.
One-Page Quick Reference (you can paste this into your order inserts)
Front Bucket — 6 Steps
- Power off, slide seat back/up. Confirm the airbag tag side.
- Headrest off (if removable).
- Seat back on: slide down; push the flap into the base/back gap; tie 3 sets (outer sets snug, centre light); re-clip the lower panel; reinstall the headrest.
- Base on: place square; push flap into gap.
- Tie base: 3 top straps to 3 front-skirt straps; 2 side-to-side straps above slide bars.
- Tuck the skirt behind the side panels using a flexible ruler. Test full seat slide.
Do Not: use heaters/ventilation; route straps under rails; cover airbag tags; cut the cover.
If the seat sticks: a strap is on the wrong side of a rail—re-route above the rail.