Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
4. 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.
5. Release the seat back lower outer trim cover J-clip.
6. Release the seat back lower inner trim cover J-clip.
7. WARNING: Front seat backrest trim covers installed on seats equipped with seat side air bags cannot be repaired. A new trim cover
must be installed. Cleaning is permissible. Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side air bag module deploying
incorrectly and increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
NOTICE: Use care when separating the seat backrest trim cover from the hook-and-loop strips, or the hook-and-loop strip can be torn
from the seat backrest foam pad.
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.
8. Remove the first row of hog rings.
9. Detach the hook-and-loop strips and invert the seat backrest trim cover up enough to expose the side air bag.
10. NOTE: Note the position and the routing of the side air bag module wiring harness for installation.
Detach the side air bag wiring harness retainers from the seat backrest frame.
