Disassembly and Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear bench seat backrest. For additional information, refer REAR SEAT BACKREST - BENCH, CREW CAB .
Remove the two armrest bracket bolts, if so equipped, to remove the armrest from the back assembly.

Fig 1: Removing Armrest Bracket Bolts
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Remove the rubber insert.

Fig 2: Removing Rubber Insert
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Remove the screws and cupholder.

Fig 3: Removing Screws And Cupholder
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Unzip the armrest cover and remove from the armrest.

Fig 4: Removing From Armrest
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Unfasten the seat back cover J-clips and remove the cover.

Fig 5: Unfastening Seat Back Cover J-Clips
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Remove the seat back cushion foam pad from the seat back frame.

Fig 6: Removing Seat Back Cushion Foam Pad
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Remove the four armrest bolts and remove armrest brackets.

Fig 7: Removing Armrest Bolts
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To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.