Disassembly and Assembly

2009 Lincoln Navigator L RWDSECTION Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: For parts identification and locations, refer to SEAT - EXPLODED VIEW, THIRD ROWΒ .
  1. Remove the seat backrest cover. For additional information, refer to SEAT BACKREST COVER - THIRD ROWΒ .
  2. Remove the safety belt anchor bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  3. Remove the backrest foam pad.
  4. Remove the nut, screw and support bracket.
  5. Remove the outboard latch-to-cushion frame bolt and outboard latch.
    • To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  6. Remove the 2 inboard latch-to-backrest frame bolts and inboard latch.
    • To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  7. Remove the 4 screws and safety belt retractor cover.
  8. Remove the safety belt retractor bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  9. Pinch to release the safety belt guide and remove the safety belt retractor.
    • Route through the backrest frame.
    Fig 1: Locating Safety Belt Guide
    G06135574Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the 15 screws and backrest support panel.
  11. Remove the bolt and child safety seat tether anchor.
    • To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
    Fig 2: Locating Child Safety Seat Tether Anchor Bolt
    G06134617Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
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