Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Insert an appropriate tool into the slot and release the detachable safety belt anchor from the seat.
- Remove the seat.
- Pull the seat latch release handle, slide the seat to the right and disengage from the seat latch striker.
- Remove the bolt and detachable safety belt buckle.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Remove the RH armrest.
- Release the hook-and-loop at the rear of the armrest trim cover and partially invert to access the armrest bolt.
- Remove the armrest bolt and armrest.
- To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Remove the shim.
- To install, position the shim to the armrest stop post.
- Remove the 3 screws and LH cushion side shield.
- Remove the backrest pivot bolt.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the 2 recliner-to-backrest bolts.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Lift and slide the backrest from the recliner and remove.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Fig 2: Pulling Seat Latch Release Handle, Sliding Seat To Right & Disengaging From Seat Latch Striker
NOTE:
The anti-rotation tab must be correctly aligned for correct installation.
WARNING:
Use care when the seat back frame is removed and when releasing the recliners from a backrest upright position. The recliners are spring-loaded, which may cause the recliner upper arms to fold with significant speed/force. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.