Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For parts identification and location, refer to SEAT - EXPLODED VIEW, FRONT .

Remove the seat. For additional information, refer to SEAT - FRONT .
For SuperCab, remove the manual recline handle, if equipped.
- Insert an appropriate tool behind the cushion side shield, release the retainer and remove the handle.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Manual Recline Handle Retainer
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If equipped, remove the adjustable lumbar knob.
- Adjust the lumbar until fully relaxed.
- Release the retainer and remove the knob.
Remove the side shield insert.
- Release the lower retainers and lift to release the upper retainers.
- If equipped, disconnect the seat control switch electrical connector.
Remove the side shield.
- Remove the front and rear side shield screws.
- Pull the cushion side shield outward to release the retainers.
- Reinstall all retainers back to the side shield.
Release the cushion cover outboard J-clip and access the lumbar adjuster.
Detach the cable from the lumbar adjuster, release the pin-type retainer and route out the cable from the cushion frame.
- Note cable routing for correct installation.
  
  Fig 2: Detaching Cable From Lumbar Adjuster
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the 2 rivets from the lumbar adjuster.
Release the backrest cover J-clip and unzip the 2 zippers.
Remove the lumbar assembly.
- Detach the cable from the backrest frame.
  - Note cable routing for correct installation.
- Pinch the lumbar retainers together to release from the backrest frame.
- For installation, make sure the arrow is pointed up.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.