Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition is ON.
NOTE:
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
All seats
- If possible, position the seat all the way up and center the seat in the front door opening.
- Depower the SRS . For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Separate the safety belt retractor belt anchor from the seat in the following sequence.
- Carefully pull up and out to remove the safety belt retractor belt anchor nut cover from the cushion side shield.
- Remove the safety belt anchor nut.
- To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Separate the safety belt retractor belt anchor from the seat.
- Remove the seat control switch in the following sequence.
- Pull out and remove the seat control switch knob(s).
- If equipped with manual recline, release the clip and remove the manual recline handle.
- If equipped with manual lumbar, pull and remove the manual lumbar handle.
- Remove the cushion side shield screw(s).
- Slide the cushion side shield up in the rear to release the retainer.
- Slide the cushion side shield forward to disengage the retainer.
- Release the cushion side shield clips and separate the seat control switch.
- Disconnect the seat control switch electrical connector and remove the switch.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the SRS
. If a passenger seat has been serviced, do not prove out the SRS at this time
. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING
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Passenger seat
- Carry out the Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) System Zero Seat Weight Test. For additional information, refer to GENERAL PROCEDURES .