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Seat Backrest - Rear: Installation

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    Backrest 

    NOTE: Make sure the rear seat safety belt webbing is positioned in front of the backrest assembly for installation and is not positioned underneath the backrest pivot assembly.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest Pivot Assembly Position
    G04683512Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the rear seat backrest pivot assembly to the 2 locator pins on the floor.
  2. Install the 2 rearward backrest-to-floor bolts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  3. Position the backrest upright and install the 2 forward backrest-to-floor bolts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  4. Check backrest latch and latch release operation.
    • Raise the backrest and check for good backrest fit and latch closure when upright.
  5. Backrest latch alignment 

  6. If backrest latch alignment is needed, remove the parcel shelf to access the rear backrest latch nuts. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  7. Loosen the 2 rear backrest latch nuts and adjust the latch position as necessary for good backrest fit and latch closure when upright.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      Fig 2: Adjusting Latch Position
      G04683513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the parcel shelf. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  9. Backrest 

  10. Check the rear seat active restraints for operation and accessibility.
    • Make sure the safety belts and buckles are accessible to the occupants after installation.
    • Verify the safety belt retractor operates without excessive effort or binding.