Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2007)
3. Remove all the staples holding the backrest trim cover to the backrest support panel.
4. Invert the seat backrest trim cover and reposition the foam pad to access the latch cover screws and latch cable.
5. Remove the 4 screws and the 2 covers. Detach the seat backrest material attachment from both of the latch covers.
6. Remove the 2 backrest support panel lower screws and detach the latch cable. Position the cable out from between the backrest frame and backrest
support panel.
7. Remove the outboard upper pivot latch bolt.
8. Remove the 4 backrest pivot bolts.
9. Remove the 60 percent backrest.
Installation
1. Position the backrest to the latch. The cable is to be routed in front of the spring.
2. CAUTION: The cable is to move freely after assembly.
The cable is to pass between the backrest frame and the backrest support at the 2 points shown.
3. Install the 4 backrest pivot bolts.
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Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
4. Install the outboard pivot latch bolt.
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Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
5. Install the 2 backrest support panel lower screws.
6. Attach the material to both of the latch covers. Position the 2 covers and install the 4 screws.
7. Roll the seat backrest trim cover and foam pad back down into position.
8. Position the trim cover and install staples in the backrest support panel.
