Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
2. Release the cable from the seat riser and remove the cushion trim cover.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Seat Cushion - Third Row
SEAT CUSHION - THIRD ROW
Removal and Installation
1. Position the backrest to the upright position.
2. Remove the third row seat from the vehicle.
3. NOTE: The backrest must be up to access the bolts.
Remove the latch-to-cushion frame bolt and the hinge-to-cushion frame bolt.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
4. From under the front of the cushion frame, release the cushion trim cover from the studs to access the 2 cushion pivot link assembly-to-cushion
frame nuts.
5. Remove the 2 cushion pivot link assembly-to-cushion frame nuts. Remove the cushion assembly.
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To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Seat Cushion Cover - Third Row
SEAT CUSHION COVER - THIRD ROW
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the third row seat from the vehicle.
2. Release the cushion trim cover retainers attached to the bottom of the cushion frame.
3. CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat back trim cover from the hook and loop strip, or the hook and loop strip can be torn from
the backrest foam pad.
Invert the cushion trim cover, release the hook and loop strips and separate the cushion trim cover from the cushion foam pad.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.