Explorer Sport 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
40. Remove and discard the hog rings from the two swing rods (one shown).
41. Slide the swing rods out of the seat back trim cover.
42. Roll the seat back trim cover, in an inside out fashion, to the side air bag deployment chute.
CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat cushion trim cover from the hook and loop strip. The hook and loop strip can be torn from the seat
cushion foam.
43. Remove and discard the tie-strap holding the deployment chute tail and side air bag wire harness in place.