Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
5. NOTICE: The recliner bolts must be tightened in sequence or recliner latches that do not lock in place or binding may occur.
Install the inboard recliner bolts in the following sequence.
1. Install the inboard recliner-to-latch feet assembly bolt.
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Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
2. Install the inboard recliner-to-kneeling mechanism bolt.
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Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
3. Install the inboard recliner-to-cushion frame rear bolt.
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Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
4. Install the inboard recliner-to-cushion frame front bolt.
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Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
6. Position the kneeling mechanism release cable pivot at the inboard recliner.
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Make sure the inboard recliner pin is through the cable pivot.
7. Attach the cushion trim cover retainers at the inboard side of the cushion frame.
8. Install the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z Entry
See: Second Row Seating/Seat Backrest/Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z Entry.
9. Install the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat into the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry See:
Service and Repair/Second Row Seating/Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry.
10. Cycle the backrest down and then back to the upright position. Make sure the inboard and outboard recliners simultaneously and securely
lock in the upright position.
Seat Recliner - Outboard, Second Row, 60 Percent E-Z Entry
Seat Recliner - Outboard, Second Row, 60 Percent E-Z Entry
Removal
1. Remove the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry
See: Service and Repair/Second Row Seating/Seat - Second Row, 60/40, E-Z Entry.
2. Remove the second row, 60 percent E-Z entry seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z
Entry See: Second Row Seating/Seat Backrest/Seat Backrest - Second Row, 60 Percent, E-Z Entry.
3. Remove 3 screws, recliner handle and outboard recliner outer cover.
4. Remove the 2 outboard recliner-to-backrest frame bolts.
5. NOTE: When pulling outboard recliner out, note keyed position of recliner release shaft as it may pull out of inboard recliner.
Remove 2 outboard recliner-to-cushion frame bolts, pull out and separate the outboard recliner.
6. Remove the outboard recliner inner cover.
7. Remove the outboard recliner.
1. Rotate the cable casing out of the outboard recliner.
