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Item 7: Rear Seat 20 Percent Upper Latch Bolts Disassembly Note

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  1. Remove the release handle cable.
    1. Pinch to release the retainer clip.
    2. Remove the cable end hook from the retaining hole.
    3. Position the cable to the side.
    Fig 1: Removing Release Handle Cable
    G03183901Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Release the seat backrest J-clip. Remove all the staples and lift the material to expose the backrest nut and bolts.