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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMESEATSSEATINGREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSEAT BACKREST - REARREMOVAL
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Seat Backrest - Rear: Removal
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
- Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to Seat Cushion - Rear .
- Remove the 2 forward backrest-to-floor bolts from the affected rear backrest assembly.
- Release the backrest latch in the luggage compartment area and position the backrest downward.
- Position aside the floor trim cover behind the backrest to gain access to the rearward backrest-to-floor bolts and remove the 2 bolts.
- Raise the rear seat backrest and hinge assembly upward from the 2 locator pins on the floor and remove the backrest.
NOTE:
If the center safety belt retractor locks and the safety belt webbing prevents the backrest from lowering, raise the backrest upward to release the safety belt retractor and belt webbing.
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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.