Fusion FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
Seat Bolster - Rear
NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
Removal
NOTICE: Do not apply excessive forward force to the side bolsters or damage may occur.
1. Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to Seat Cushion - Rear See: Seat Cushion - Rear.
2. Remove the bolt from the affected side bolster.
3. For non-hybrid vehicles, open the trunk, pull the release handle under the quarter panel and fold the affected seat backrest down.
4. For hybrid vehicle, fold the affected backrest down.
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Between the High Voltage Traction Battery (HVTB) and the sheet metal, locate the seat backrest latch release lever.
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Push the release lever toward the outboard side of the vehicle and fold the backrest down.
5. If removing the LH side bolster, fashion a tool for releasing the LH side bolster as shown.