Third Row Seat Head Restraint Power Fold Actuator: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Double seat shown, single seat similar.

Remove the third row seat. Refer to: Third Row Seat .
Remove the child safety seat tether anchor bezels.

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1. Release the third row double seat backrest cover the J-clip.
2. Unzip the third row double seat backrest cover.
3. Position the third row double seat backrest cover flap aside.
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Remove the pin-type retainers and position the third row double seat backrest cover straps aside.

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Feed the wiring harnesses through the third row double seat backrest cover.
1. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
2. Disconnect the seat electrical connectors.
3. If equipped. Disconnect the seatbelt buckle electrical connector.
4. Feed the wiring harnesses through the backrest cover.
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Lift the third row double seat backrest cover.

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Remove the third row seat head restraint power fold actuator cable guard.
1. Release the cable guard retainer.
2. Remove the cable guard.
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Remove the third row seat head restraint power fold actuator cable retainer.

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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the third row seat head restraint power fold actuator.

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Remove the third row seat head restraint power fold actuator adhesive foam.

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