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Rear Seat - Third Row

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  1. Remove the parts in the order listed in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 1: Rear Seat - Third Row Components Removal Sequence
    G03246898Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  3. The third row seat latch striker can be adjusted fore and aft, and up and down. To adjust:
    • Loosen the nuts (N806001-S427) enough to allow movement of striker.
    • Gently lower the third row seat down to the striker and align the striker to the latch.
    • Tighten the nuts.
    • Make sure both third row seat latches latch fully and evenly to the strikers.
      Fig 2: Identifying Seat Latch
      G03246899Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .