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Rear Seat

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  1. Remove the parts in the order listed in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

    PARTS REMOVING STEPS

    Part Steps
    Rear seat cushion 1-3
    Left side bolster 1-3,4-6
    60 percent seat backrest 1-3,4-6,7-8
    Right side bolster 1-3,9-11
    40 percent seat backrest 1-3,9-11, 12-13
    Fig 1: Identifying Removing Sequence Of Rear Seat
    G03203853Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  3. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .

Item 1: Rear Seat Cushion Mini-Buckle Removal Note 

  1. Using a suitable tool, release the mini-buckle.
    Fig 2: Releasing Mini-Buckle Using Suitable Tool
    G03203854Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 2: Cushion Release Levers Removal Note 

  1. Release the two levers located at the lower outboard edges of the seat cushion, lift the cushion up and pull the cushion out.
    Fig 3: Removing Cushion
    G03203855Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 3: Rear Seat Cushion Removal Note 

  1. Disconnect the heated seat electrical connectors at both outboard sides of the seat cushion (if equipped).
Fig 4: Disconnecting Heated Seat Electrical Connectors
G03203856Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 5: Left Side Bolster Release Lever Removal Note 

  1. Pull down the lever to release the LH latch. Remove the left bolster.
    Fig 5: Removing Left Bolster
    G03203857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 7: 60 Percent Seat Backrest Fasteners Removal Note 

    NOTE: Original fasteners must be discarded and new service fasteners installed. Service fasteners can be reused.
  1. Remove the rear seat backrest fasteners and discard.

Item 8: 60 Percent Seat Backrest Removal Note> 

  1. From the luggage compartment, release the seat backrest.

Item 10: Right Side Bolster Release Lever Removal Note 

  1. Push up the lever to release the RH latch (left side shown). Remove the right bolster.
    Fig 6: Removing Right Bolster
    G03203858Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 12: 40 Percent Seat Backrest Fasteners Removal Note 

    NOTE: Original fasteners must be discarded and new service fasteners installed. Service fasteners can be reused.
  1. Remove the rear seat backrest fasteners and discard.

Item 13: 40 Percent Seat Backrest Removal Note 

  1. From the luggage compartment, release the seat backrest.

Item 12: 40 Percent Seat Backrest Fasteners Installation Note 

    NOTE: Original fasteners must be discarded and new service fasteners installed. Service fasteners can be reused.
  1. Install a new bolt and washer assembly W503942-S424.

Item 7: 60 Percent Seat Backrest Fasteners Installation Note 

    NOTE: Original fasteners must be discarded and new service fasteners installed. Service fasteners can be reused.
  1. Install a new bolt and washer assembly W503942-S424.