Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
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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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Driver seat side air bag module shown, passenger side similar.
1. Remove the front seat and depower the system.
2. Remove the seat backrest.
3. NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
Remove the 2 plastic rivets attaching the backrest trim cover to the inboard and outboard recliners on the seat backrest frame.
4. Release the seat back lower outer trim cover J-clip.
5. Release the seat back lower inner trim cover J-clip.
6. WARNING: Front seat back trim covers installed on seats equipped with side air bags cannot be repaired; they are to be replaced
(cleaning is permissible).
CAUTION: Use care when separating the seat cushion trim cover from the hook and loop strip. The hook and loop strip can be torn
from the seat cushion foam.
Place a hand between the seat backrest trim cover and foam pad and carefully separate the hook and loop strips, then carefully roll up the seat back
trim cover in an inside out fashion to the first row of hog rings in the front.
