Safety Warning
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTSEAT SYSTEM - SEATSDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYSEAT BACKREST - FRONTASSEMBLY
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic
Seat Backrest - Front: Assembly
2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Assembly
- Attach the 4 hooks and install the lumbar assembly to the backrest frame.
- If equipped, connect the power lumbar electrical connector.
- Install the backrest latch release and 2 rivets.
- If necessary, install a tie strap, holding the cable to the backrest frame.
- Route the backrest latch release cable as noted during disassembly and install the cable and casing to the outboard recliner.
- For seats receiving a new side air bag module, install 2 new U-nuts to the backrest frame, install a new bracket to the side air bag module and 2 nuts.
- Tighten the nuts to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
NOTE:
When installing a new side air bag module after deployment, install a new side air bag module, bracket, module-to-bracket nuts, U-nuts-to-backrest frame and side air bag module bracket-to-seat backrest frame bolts.
WARNING:
Inspect the seat side air bag module and mounting surfaces for any damage or foreign material before installing the seat side air bag module. If any damage is found, install new components. If any foreign material is found, remove it. Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side air bag module deploying incorrectly and increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
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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.