Disassembly and Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Remove the seat cushion. Refer to FRONT SEAT CUSHION - Captain's Chair and 40 Percent .
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Bolt
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Vehicles with heated seats
Disconnect the heated seat module electrical connector.
Remove heated seat module.

Fig 2: Removing Heated Seat Module
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Remove the screws.

Fig 3: Removing Screws
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All vehicles
Unclip the J-clips.
WARNING: The metal edges of seat cushion pan can be sharp.

Fig 4: Uncliping J-Clips
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Position the upholstery and remove the pin-type retainers.

Fig 5: Removing Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the seat cushion foam pad from the frame.
Remove the upholstery hook and loop.
CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat cushion trim cover from the hook and loop strip, or the hook and loop strip can be torn from the seat cushion foam.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.