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Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Lincoln MKT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For parts identification and location, refer to Seat - Exploded View, Second Row in this service information.

1.

Remove the manual recline handle.
1. 1.
  
  Locate the spring clip between the recline cover and handle.
1. 2.
  
  Remove the clip and slide the manual recline handle off the shaft.

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2.

Pull to release the retainers and remove the outboard recliner outer cover.
- Pull the strap through the outboard cover.

3.

Separate the cable retainer and cable end from the outboard recliner.

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4.

Separate the J-clips and open the cushion cover.

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5.

NOTE: Typical cushion cover retainer shown, others similar.

From under the seat, pull the cushion cover retainers out from between the cushion frame and seat track on the outboard side.

GFD95609

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6.

Remove the 2 screws, disconnect the electrical connector, route the cable out and remove the power fold seat motor.

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7.

To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.