Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
3. Separate the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame.
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Release the 3 kneeling mechanism release handle clips and separate from the backrest frame. Pull the kneeling mechanism release handle and
cable back through the backrest frame.
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Separating the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame can also be done by going between the backrest foam pad and
backrest frame. Release the top and side clips and push out separating the kneeling mechanism release handle from the backrest frame.
4. Release the kneeling mechanism cable from the backrest frame.
5. Remove the 2 inboard and 2 outboard recliner-to-backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest assembly.
Installation
1. Remove 3 screws, recliner handle and outboard recliner outer cover.
2. Remove 2 screws and the inboard recliner outer cover.
3. WARNING: Use care when the seat back frame is removed and when releasing the recliners from a backrest upright position. The
recliners are spring-loaded, which may cause the recliner upper arms to fold with significant speed/force. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.
Position the inboard recliner pin to the recliner stop.
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The recliner pin must contact the inboard recliner outer plate (stop).
4. WARNING: Use care when the seat back frame is removed and when releasing the recliners from a backrest upright position. The
recliners are spring-loaded, which may cause the recliner upper arms to fold with significant speed/force. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
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If the latch feet are not locked around the strikers on the mounting plate, the recliners will not lock in position.
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If the inboard recliner is not positioned to the recliner stop (or any upright position), when the outboard recliner is positioned to the recliner
stop and the release strap is let go of, the recliners will not lock in place.
Pull the release strap at the outboard recliner and position the outboard recliner pin to contact the recliner stop. Let go of the release strap and the
inboard and outboard recliners will lock in place.
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Each recliner pin must contact the recliner outer plate (stop).
