Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

From under the front of the cushion assembly, push each of the 2 seat cushion latch release levers to the left of the vehicle. Lift up at the front and release the front of the cushion assembly.
NOTE: Do not force the latches or cushion to release. Applying excessive force to release the rear seat cushion latches can damage them.

NOTE: Make sure the 2 rear cushion latches are fully disengaged before raising the seat cushion to avoid damaging the latches.

Fig 1: Pushing Seat Cushion Latch Release Levers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Release the rear of the seat cushion in the following sequence.
1. Push the cushion assembly back as far as possible.
2. Lift up at the rear outboard ends of the cushion assembly, disengaging the wires in the cushion from the wire retainer hooks of the backrest assembly.
3. Pull the cushion assembly forward and remove.
NOTE: The Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) seat cushion can be easily damaged if not removed correctly. Do not attempt to remove the seat cushion without disengaging the wires in the hard foam from the backrest frame hooks. Failure to follow this instruction can pull the wires out of the hard foam.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Make sure the wires in the cushion are engaged to the wire retainer hooks of the backrest assembly on each side.
NOTE: Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted and the safety belts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.