Transit Connect L4-2.0L (2010)
2. Install the lumbar assembly.
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Position the lumbar assembly and install all the lumbar springs to the backrest frame.
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For driver seat, install the lumbar adjuster and screw.
3. Install the backrest foam pad to the backrest frame.
4. Position the backrest cover to the backrest and insert the deployment chute through the slot in the backrest foam pad.
5. Install all the hog rings to the backrest cover and foam pad.
6. WARNING: Before installing the seat side air bag module/deployment chute assembly:
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Inspect the side air bag module and mounting surfaces for any damage or foreign material.
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Remove any foreign material from the mounting surfaces of the deployment chute, the seat backrest frame mounting bracket and the
air bag module cavity in the seat backrest foam pad.
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Install new parts if damaged.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side air bag deploying incorrectly, which increases the risk of serious personal injury
or death in a crash.
WARNING: If the seat side air bag module deployment chute is not correctly positioned, the seat side air bag may not deploy correctly.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in the seat side air bag deploying incorrectly, which increases the risk of serious personal
injury or death in a crash.
Install the side air bag module in the following sequence:
1. Install the side air bag module into the deployment chute and position the studs through the holes in the chute and backrest frame.
2. Install the 2 side air bag module nuts.
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Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
3. Correctly install the wire harness to the backrest frame as noted in removal and connect the electrical connector to the side air bag module.
7. Install the upper and lower ends of the 2 tensioning rods to the listing wire in the foam pad.
8. Close the backrest cover.
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Fasten the upper and all lower rear J-clips to the backrest frame.
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Install 2 pin-type retainers and fasten the 2 vertical J-clips.
9. Install the seat backrest and 4 bolts.
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Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
10. Correctly install the side air bag module wire harness as noted in removal and install the yellow electrical connector to the seat electrical bulkhead
connector.
11. Fasten all the backrest cover strap clips to the cushion spring assembly under the seat.
12. Install the inboard side shield and screw.
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Attach the safety belt buckle wire harness.
13. Install the outboard side shield and screw.
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To avoid scuffing, cover the recliner lever with a suitable shop towel before installing the side shield.
