Removal and Installation

NOTE: Always install a new backrest foam pad and backrest heater mats together. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST HEATER MAT - REAR .

Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to SEAT CUSHION - REAR .
Remove the rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST - REAR .
Remove the 4 head restraint guide sleeves. For additional information, refer to HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE SLEEVE .
Remove 4 screws and 2 safety belt guides.
Remove 3 backrest frame upper retainer covers.
Remove the close-out trim cover in the following sequence.
1. Release the close-out trim cover clips attached to the backrest frame side tubes.
2. From the underneath and at the rear of the backrest, remove 2 pin-type retainers attaching the close-out trim cover to the door panel.
3. Release the close-out trim cover J-clips at the top and bottom.
4. Remove the close-out trim cover.
Remove 4 screws and door panel.
Remove 2 screws and armrest bracket cover.
Push the backrest trim cover and foam pad away and remove the armrest bolt and wave washer.
- To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Armrest Bolt And Wave Washer
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Tilt the armrest and slide the armrest pin out of the backrest frame and grommet.

Fig 2: Locating Armrest Pin
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Release all backrest trim cover J-clips attached to the backrest frame.

Fig 3: Locating Heated Seat Wire Harness
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
At the top rear of the backrest, pull the backrest trim cover over the backrest frame retainers.
Remove the hog rings and separate the backrest trim cover from the backrest foam pad.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.