Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1220 (SEAT SYSTEM - SEATS)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYSEAT CUSHION - DRIVERDISASSEMBLY
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Seat Cushion - Driver: Disassembly
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST - FRONT .
- Remove the safety belt buckle pretensioner.
- Disconnect and detach the safety belt buckle pretensioner and buckle switch electrical connectors from the seat track.
- Detach the wiring harness pin-type retainer.
- Route the wiring harness from between the seat track and cushion frame.
- Disconnect the electrical connector(s).
- Disconnect the seat position sensor electrical connector and detach the wiring harness.
- If equipped, disconnect the power seat track electrical connector and detach the wiring harness.
- Detach the seat harness electrical connector from the seat track.
- Remove the 4 bolts and seat track.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- If equipped, disconnect the cushion heater mat electrical connector.
- Release the all the retainers and remove the cushion cover.
- Remove the cushion foam pad.
- If equipped, note heater mat wire harness routing for correct installation.
- If equipped, release the locking tab and remove the heated seat relay from the bracket on the cushion frame.
- Disconnect the relay electrical connector.
- To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
NOTE:
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 pad.
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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.