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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS SES, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTSEAT SYSTEM - SEATSDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYSEAT BACKREST - FRONTDISASSEMBLY
2010 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, Standard
Seat Backrest - Front: Disassembly
2010 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Disassembly
NOTE:
For component identification and locations, refer to SEAT - EXPLODED VIEW, FRONT .
- Remove the seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST - FRONT .
- Remove the backrest cover. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST COVER - FRONT .
- Remove the backrest foam pad.
- If equipped, remove the backrest latch release lever cover.
- Detach the side air bag wire harness pin-type retainers and route out the wire harness from the backrest frame.
- Note the retainer locations and wire harness routing for correct installation.
- Remove the 2 nuts and side air bag module.
- Note the locator pin position for correct installation.
- Use a suitable tool to remove the to 2 metal upper retainers clamped to the backrest support and backrest frame wires.
- Detach the 2 lower retainers from the backrest frame and remove the backrest support.
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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.