Front Head Restraint Guide Sleeve - Vehicles With: Max Recline Seats: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.

Front seats with audio system

Remove the front head restraint. Refer to: Front Head Restraint - Vehicles With: Audio System .
Front seats without audio system
Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .
Position the front seat to access the front seat wiring harnesses.

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Detach the front seat electrical connector retainers and position the front seat wiring harnesses aside.

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Detach the front seat backrest cover straps and position the front seat backrest cover aside.

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Release the front seat backrest cover J-clip.

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NOTE: To install, gradually alternate the left and right front seat backrest cover zippers to prevent damage to the front seat backrest cover.
1. Unzip the front seat backrest cover.
2. Lift the front seat backrest cover back flap.
3. Detach the front seat backrest cover retainer from the front seat backrest frame.
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Remove the front head restraint.
1. Depress the locking tabs.
2. Remove the front head restraint.
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All front seats
NOTE: Follow the unique instructions or graphics for this step in installation.

Remove the head restraint guide sleeve(s).
1. Pull the front seat cushion away from the front seat.
2. Release the tab. Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
3. Remove the front head restraint guide sleeve.

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