F 150 2WD V8-5.4L VIN V Flex Fuel (2007)
could result in pretensioner or air bag deployment and could result in personal injury.
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To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
CAUTION: It is necessary to carry out the occupant classification (OCS) system reset when a front passenger seat cushion is disassembled, a
new trim cover is installed or an OCS service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to trigger the active command to carry out of the OCS system
reset.
NOTE:
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Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic
procedure again.
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If a seat equipped with a supplemental restraint system (SRS) component is being serviced, the SRS must be depowered.
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The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal
operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
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The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
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For vehicles with power seats, position the seat cushion to its lowest position before disconnecting the power seat.
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Power seat shown, manual seat similar.
All seats
1. Remove the seat and depower the SRS.
2. If equipped, disconnect the power seat switch electrical connector.
3. NOTE: Recline the seat backrest before removing the recliner handle to ease seat cushion assembly removal.
Remove the recliner handle.
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Release the clip at the rear of side shield by detaching the clip from the metal bracket on the track. Partially flex the side shield at the rear to
obtain access to the recliner handle clip. Remove the recliner handle clip (shown removed for clarity) and the recliner handle.
4. If equipped, remove the lumbar knob.
5. Remove the side shield control panel.
6. If equipped, disconnect the memory seat switch electrical connector.
7. Remove the pin-type retainer from the front of the side shield.
8. Remove the 3 screws and the side shield.
9. Disconnect the safety belt buckle pretensioner electrical connector.
10. Disconnect the safety belt buckle switch electrical connector.
11. If equipped, disconnect the heat element electrical connector.
Seats with seat integrated restraints (SIR)
12. Remove the safety belt anchor nut.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
All seats
