Ford Explorer: Second Row Seats / Removal and Installation - Second Row Seat Folding Mechanism
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) seat shown, RH (right hand) seat similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the second row seat recline handle retaining clip.
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Remove the second row seat recline handle.
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Remove the second row seat center valance.
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Release the retainer.
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Release the retainer.
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Remove the second row seat outboard side shield.
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Remove the screw.
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Detach the retainers.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Lift the side shield and pull outward.
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Lift the side shield and pull outward.
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Push the side shield forward.
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Position aside the second row seat folding mechanism cable.
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Remove the second row seat folding mechanism cable connector from the recline actuator.
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Position the second row seat folding mechanism cable out of the bracket.
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Release the second row seat folding mechanism cable pin-type retainer.
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Remove the second row seat folding mechanism.
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From under the seat remove the bolts.
Torque:
27 lb.in (3 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Visually inspect that the second row seat folding mechanism cable bushing is not resting on the cable connector.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure describes critical repair steps
required for correct seat component installat..
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure describes critical repair steps
required for correct seat component installation. Follow all notes and
steps carefully...
Other information:
WARNING: When loading the roof racks, we recommend you evenly distribute
the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher
centers of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Take extra precautions,
such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Air Conditioning Service Unit
Electronic Leak Detector
Air Conditioning Adaptor Kit
Leak detection
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C)
System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging procedure in Group 412...
Categories
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