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Removal and Installation

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

All seats 

  1. Remove the seat. For additional information, refer to SEAT - FRONT  .
  2. 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
      G06173588Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. If equipped, remove the adjustable lumbar knob.
    • Adjust the lumbar until fully relaxed.
    • Release the retainer and remove the knob.
  4. Remove the side shield insert.
    • Release the lower retainers and lift to release the upper retainers.
    • If equipped, disconnect the seat control switch and memory SET switch electrical connectors.
  5. Remove the side shield.
    • Remove the front and rear side shield screws.
    • Pull the side shield outward to release the retainers and remove.
    • Reinstall all retainers back to the side shield.
  6. Release the cushion cover rear J-clip and rear flaps.
  7. If equipped, 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
      G07965556Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Power and climate controlled seats 

  8. Disconnect the backrest wiring harness electrical connector and detach the wiring harness pin-type retainers from the seat track.
    • Note wiring harness routing for correct installation.

    All seats 

  9. Disconnect and detach the side air bag wiring harness electrical connector from the seat track.
    • Note wiring harness routing for correct installation.
    10. WARNING: Use care when the seat back frame is removed and when releasing the recliners from a backrest upright position. The recliners are spring-loaded, which may cause the recliner upper arms to fold with significant speed/force. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
  10. Remove the 4 bolts and seat backrest.
    • To install, tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
  11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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