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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005FIVE HUNDRED 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONREAR SEAT BACKREST - THIRD ROW, BENCH
2005 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1
Rear Seat Backrest - Third Row, Bench
2005 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1SECTION Rear Seat Backrest - Third Row, Bench
REAR SEAT BACKREST - THIRD ROW, BENCH
Removal and Installation
1. Release the backrest trim cover lower J-strip, open the trim cover and release the inner J-clips.
2. Roll the backrest trim cover up, remove the 4 backrest latch-to-backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest frame.
- To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal and Installation
1. Release the backrest trim cover lower J-strip, open the trim cover and release the inner J-clips.
2. Roll the backrest trim cover up, remove the 4 backrest latch-to-backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest frame.
- To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.