Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Remove the 60 percent rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST - REAR in this service information.
Hybrid vehicle
Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the duct end seal.

Fig 1: Locating Pin-Type Retainers And Duct End Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles
Separate the 4 pin-type retainers attaching the armrest pocket cover to the backrest frame.

Fig 2: Locating Pin-Type Retainers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the armrest assembly.
1. Disengage the backrest cover lower J-strips.
2. Remove the 4 armrest-to-backrest bolts and armrest assembly.
  - For installation, adjust the armrest horizontally as needed for good fit.
  - To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 3: Identifying Armrest-To-Backrest Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disassemble the armrest assembly in the following sequence.
1. Remove the cup holder rubber insert.
2. Remove 2 pin-type retainers and the cup holder.
3. Remove 2 armrest pivot bolts and armrest bracket.
  - To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
4. Release the armrest cover clip, invert and remove.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.