Removal and Installation

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.

Remove the side shield. Refer to FRONT SEAT BACKREST - Captain's Chair and 40 Percent .
Remove the seat track. Refer to SEAT TRACK - Captain's Chair and 40 Percent .
Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the wire harness.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors
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Remove the two lumbar actuator screws.

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

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

Fig 4: Removing Two Bolts
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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.
CAUTION: Do not damage the plastic pivot bushing when removing the seat backrest.

Fig 5: Pulling Front Seat Backrest Away From Seat Hinge And Feed Lumbar Cable
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.