Ford Explorer: Second Row Seats / Removal and Installation - Second Row Easy Entry Manual Release Cable

Removal

NOTE: LH rear seat shown, RH rear seat similar.

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

1. NOTE: Follow the unique instructions or graphic for this step in the installation.

   Remove the second row single seat backrest cover.
   Refer to: Second Row Single Seat Backrest Cover (501-10B Second Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the second row single seat cushion cover.
   Refer to: Second Row Single Seat Cushion Cover (501-10B Second Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the second row easy entry manual release cable handle screw.
   

1. NOTICE: The flat end of the second row easy entry manual release cable conduit must be installed facing forward in vehicle or damage to the cable may result.

   Remove the second row easy entry manual release cable from the handle.
   

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   Disconnect the second row easy entry manual release cable and position aside.
   
   1. Release the second row easy entry manual release cable end.
      
   2. Depress the second row easy entry manual release cable tabs.
      
   3. Position the second row easy entry manual release cable out of bracket.
      

1. Release the retainers and remove the second row easy entry manual release cable.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Visually inspect that the second row easy entry manual release cable end fitting is not resting on the cable bushing.