Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2007)
3. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Remove the 4 screws and position aside the latch covers.
4. Remove the safety belt guide cover.
5. Release the J-clip at the bottom of the seat backrest.
6. Remove all the staples in the backrest support panel.
7. CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat upholstery from the hook-and-loop strip, or the hook-and-loop strip can be torn from the
seat backrest foam pad.
Separate the hook-and-loop fasteners. Invert the seat backrest trim cover and position aside.
8. Position aside the backrest foam pad.
9. Remove the safety belt retractor cover.
10. Remove the bolt and safety belt retractor.
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To install, tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
12. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.
