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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 Super Cab, 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
      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: Removing Cable From Lumbar Adjuster Using Tool
      G06173589Courtesy 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.

    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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