Item 1: Backrest Trim Panel Disassembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the seat back trim panel.
- Holding the panel at bottom center, pull rearward (not up) until both lower attachments are disengaged.
- While pushing in at the top of the panel, slide the panel down to disengage the upper J-hooks.
- Remove the panel.
- Inspect the lower panel attachments. If either pin-type retainer remained in the seat frame, install a new panel.
- Inspect the upper panel attachments. If either J-hook is cracked or damaged, install a new panel.
- Before installing the panel, install new pin-type retainers.
CAUTION:
Inspect the seat back trim panel for damage. If the J-hooks are damaged or the pin-type retainers remained in the seat frame, install a new panel.