Taurus AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
NOTE: LH 50 percent shown, RH similar.
1. Remove the third row 50/50 seat. For additional information, refer to Seat - Third Row See: Service and Repair/Third Row/Seat - Third Row.
2. Remove the third row 50/50 backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest - Third Row, 50 Percent See: Seat Back/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Third Row/Seat Backrest - Third Row, 50 Percent.
3. Pull to release and remove the backrest latch outer cover.
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Pull the release strap through the recliner outer cover.
4. NOTE: If damaged when removed, install new rivets.
Remove the 2 rivets and pull the pivot release handle out of the pocket.
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Using an appropriate tool, from under the rivet head, pry the rivet up.
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When removing the rivet, make sure not to get under the insert or the rivet will not come out.
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Another method that can be used to remove the plastic rivets is to drive a screw partially into the rivet head and pull the screw and rivet head
out. This will require new plastic rivets be installed.
