Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
Seats with heat or side air bags
13. Release the first cushion trim cover J-clip from the rear of the cushion frame.
14. Disconnect and detach the electrical connectors.
-
If equipped, slide and disengage the side air bag module electrical connector locking clip, release the tab and disconnect the side air bag
module electrical connector. Detach any pin-type retainers.
-
If equipped, disconnect the heated seat electrical connector and detach any pin-type retainers.
Seats with side air bag
15. Detach the side air bag bolt cover.
16. Remove the bolt, lift up and out to separate the side air bag module from the seat backrest.
17. Slide and disengage the side air bag module electrical connector locking clip, release the tab and disconnect the side air bag module electrical
connector.
18. Detach and route out the side air bag wire harness.
19. Route out the side air bag wire harness from the seat track and cushion.
All seats
20. Remove the 4 recliner-to-backrest frame bolts and remove the backrest assembly.