Seat Backrest Latch - Rear: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Milan, 2009 Lincoln MKZ, and 2009 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the backrest latch to the 2 studs.
- Install the 2 latch nuts and hand tighten.
- Attach the release cable to the latch.
- Route the release cable, position the release handle and bracket to the 2 studs and install the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Install the 2 release cable pin-type retainers.
- Position the trim and install the pin-type retainer.
- Adjust the latch position as necessary for good backrest fit and latch closure when upright.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Install the parcel shelf. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.