Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the side shield. For additional information, refer to FRONT SEAT BACKREST - CAPTAIN'S CHAIR AND 40 PERCENT in this article.
Remove the seat track. For additional information refer to SEAT TRACK - CAPTAIN'S CHAIR AND 40 PERCENT in this article.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the wire harness.

Fig 1: Removing Wire Harness
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Remove the two lumbar actuator screws.

Fig 2: Removing Lumbar Actuator Screws
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Unclip the lumbar control cable from actuator.

Fig 3: Identifying Lumbar Control Cable At Actuator
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Remove the two bolts and remove the front seat adjuster.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts And Front Seat Adjuster - With Torque Specifications
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CAUTION: Do not damage the plastic pivot bushing when removing the seat backrest.

Fig 5: Pulling Front Seat Backrest

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Pull the front seat backrest away from the seat hinge and feed the lumbar cable and heating element wire through the seat cushion opening. Separate the seat cushion from the seat backrest.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.