2003 Ford ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Seat-Rear Cushion Assembly: Disassembly

  1. Press the rear seat cushion locks and remove the rear seat base.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Seat Base
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  2. Remove the 31 hog rings.
    Fig 2: Removing Hog Rings
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  3. CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat cushion trim cover from the hook and loop strips or the hook and loop strips may be torn from the seat cushion foam.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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