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Rear Seat Backrest, 40 Percent: Installation

    NOTE: Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted and the safety belts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.
    Fig 1: Location of Rear Seat Backrest Pivot Assembly To Locator Pins On Floor
    G06259515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the rear seat backrest pivot assembly to the 2 locator pins on the floor.
    • Make sure the rear seat safety belt webbing is positioned in front of the backrest assembly for installation and is not positioned underneath the backrest pivot assembly.
  2. Install the 2 rearward backrest-to-floor bolts.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  3. Position the backrest upright and install the 2 forward backrest-to-floor bolts.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  4. Check backrest latch and latch release operation.
    • Raise the backrest and check for good backrest fit and latch closure when upright.
    • If necessary, adjust the rear seat latch. For additional information, refer to Seat Latch Adjustment - Rear  in the General Procedures portion of this section.