Taurus AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
11. Release the hook-and-loop strips in front, invert the backrest trim cover and remove the hog rings at the back.
12. NOTE: The head restraint guides are not interchangeable. Mark the guides for correct installation.
Release the tabs and remove the head restraint guide.
13. Remove the backrest trim cover.
Installation
1. Position the backrest trim cover to the backrest foam pad and backrest frame.
2. Position the backrest trim cover and install the hog rings.
1. Position the backrest trim cover duon tube above the lumbar support wire hooks.
2. Install the hog rings.
3. Roll down the backrest trim cover to the side air bag module.
4. WARNING: Check the seat side air bag deployment chute for damage. The deployment chute must not be repaired. If there is any
damage to the deployment chute, a new seat back trim cover and deployment chute must be installed as a unit. 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.
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.
Feed the side air bag module backrest trim cover chute and J-clip retainers back through the side air bag module backrest foam pad opening.
