Seat System Ford Crown Victoria II

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Occupant Classification Sensor

Note. The occupant classification sensor is found only on the front passenger seat and is not equipped on all vehicles. A white tag having the letters "OCS" (occupant classification sensor) will appear under the front of the passenger seat to identify a seat equipped with an occupant classification sensor.

Note. It is necessary to rezero the OCS system when a front passenger seat cushion is disassembled, a new trim cover installed, or an OCS service kit is installed. A scan tool is used to trigger the active command to carry out rezeroing of the OCS system.

Note. When using a New Generation Star (NGS) tester, the OCS system rezero function is on the Ford Service Function (red) card. To rezero the OCS system

1. select SERVICE BAY FUNCTIONS
2. select RCM
3. select SYSTEM RESET
4. select the vehicle from the menu
5. view the on-screen information then press TRIGGER

The NGS screen will then display OCS RESET: REZERO. Press DONE (button 8) to rezero the OCS system.

The NGS will return to the vehicle menu once rezeroing of the OCS system is complete.

Note. To rezero the OCS system using the Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS)

1. select the Toolbox icon
2. select Body from the menu
3. select Restraints from the menu
4. select Seat Weight Sensor ReZero

After selecting Seat Weight Sensor ReZero, follow the on-screen prompts to carry out rezeroing of the OCS system.

Note. If the first attempt to rezero the OCS system is unsuccessful, a second attempt must be made.

Note. Depower the system. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

The seat occupant classification sensor system is found only on the front passenger seat. The OCS system components (seat cushion foam pad, bladder, bladder with pressure sensor and electronic control unit) are calibrated to each other and are serviced as an assembly. OCS system components are not to be installed separately. If installing a new OCS system, OCS system component or seat cushion foam pad, a new OCS system service kit (seat cushion foam pad, bladder, bladder with pressure sensor and electronic control unit) must be installed as an assembly. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

Lumbar Support

The optional lumbar support system consists of the following components

1. lumbar seat control switch (14C715)
2. front seat backrest pad adjuster (65500)

Front Seat Track Motor and Transmission Assembly

Note. If a seat track motor is inoperative or the front seat track motor and transmission assembly is identified as the source of a noise, install a new front seat track motor and transmission assembly.

The front seat track motor and transmission assembly (driver 54617D67, passenger 54617D66) on this vehicle is serviceable. To install a new front seat track motor and transmission assembly, partial disassembly of the seat track is required. For additional information, refer to FRONT SEAT TRACK MOTOR .

Power Recliner

The optional power recliner is a modular design and incorporated into the inertia front seat backrest latch (62648). The individual components cannot be repaired or installed new.

The power recliner tilts the seat backrest backward or forward and is controlled by the seat regulator control switch.

The power recliner cannot be repaired separately. If the power recliner needs to be repaired, the entire front seat backrest latch must be installed new.

Heated Seat

Each heated seat is controlled by a switch on the door trim panel.

The heated seat system

1. will only operate with the ignition switch in RUN.
2. will operate with battery voltage as low as 9 volts.
3. will maintain a temperature automatically once it is selected.
4. will heat to the selected temperature each time the ignition switch is turned to RUN if the heated seat is not switched OFF.

Seat side air bag

Optional driver and passenger seat side air bags are attached to the seat backrest frame. For diagnostic information or if the seat side air bag has been deployed, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

Front seat backrest trim covers installed on seats with seat side air bags cannot be repaired. The front seat backrest trim covers are to be installed new. Cleaning is permissible.

If a seat side air bag deployment took place, a new seat back pad, trim cover and seat side air bag module must be installed. Install a new seat back frame, if necessary.

Seats

Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS for schematic and connector information.

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Restraint System Diagnostic Tool Warning

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1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom. GO to «SYMPTOM CHART»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system__symptom-chart) .

Symptom Chart

Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS for the connector numbers cited in the pinpoint tests.

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Removal

Note. If a seat equipped with a seat mounted side air bag and/or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) system is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to allow access to the front and rear retainers.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the rear front seat track covers (17016).
4. Remove the nuts.
5. Remove the seat track front covers (61748).
6. Remove the bolts.
7. Disconnect the electrical connectors, and detach the harness relief connector.
8. Remove the seat from the vehicle.

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1. Position the seat in the vehicle.
2. Connect the harness relief connector, and connect the electrical connectors.
3. Install the bolts.
4. Install the seat track front covers.
5. Install the nuts.
6. Install the rear front seat track covers.
7. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system)
8. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to «SAFETY BELT SYSTEM»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/restraints-control-systems/#safety-belt-system) .

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1. Apply pressure to the lower front portion of the rear seat cushion pad and frame (600A88). Push the rear seat cushion pad and frame rearward to disengage the rear seat cushion front retainers. Remove the rear seat cushion pad and frame.
2. Remove the two nuts (one shown) and the rear seat backrest pad and frame back.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
4. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to «SAFETY BELT SYSTEM»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/restraints-control-systems/#safety-belt-system) .

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.<

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Release the J-clip.
5. Remove the zippers from under the material and unzip both the zippers for access to the backrest bolts.
6. Disconnect the backrest heated seat electrical connector.
7. Disconnect the power lumbar electrical connector.
8. Detach the seat side air bag electrical connector.
9. Remove the bolts.
10. Remove the pivot bolt.
11. Remove the seat backrest.

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1. Position the seat backrest.
2. Install the pivot bolt.
3. Install the bolts.
4. Attach the seat side air bag electrical connector.
5. Connect the power lumbar electrical connector.
6. Connect the backrest heated seat electrical connector.
7. Pull the material down, zip both the zippers and tuck the zippers under the backrest material.
8. Fasten the J-clip.
9. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
10. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

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1. Disconnect the battery (14301). For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/charging-system/#battery-mounting-and-cables) .
2. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-ornamentation) .
3. Release the locking tabs in the door panel for the front seat control switch (14A701).
4. Remove the front seat control switch.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Remove the cover.
5. Disconnect the lumbar control switch electrical connector. Remove the lumbar control switch.
6. Release the seat cushion cover J-clips to access the lumbar control switch.
7. Disconnect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
8. Insert a screwdriver between the bezel and the power lumbar switch, pry the tab and push the switch through the bezel.
9. Remove the power lumbar switch.

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1. Install the power lumbar switch until seated into bezel.
2. Connect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
3. Fasten the seat cushion cover J-clips.
4. Connect the lumbar control switch electrical connector. Install the lumbar control switch.
5. Install the cover.
6. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
7. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

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1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/charging-system/#battery-mounting-and-cables) .
2. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to «INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-ornamentation) .
3. Remove the heated seat switch. Release the locking tabs. Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the heated seat switch.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the heated seat module bracket and release the locking tab. Remove the heated seat module.

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1. Install the heated seat module in the mounting bracket. Verify that the locking tab is correctly seated.
2. Connect the heated seat module electrical connector.
3. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

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1. Apply pressure to the lower front portion of the rear seat cushion pad and frame (600A88). Push the rear seat cushion pad and frame rearward to disengage the rear seat cushion front retainers. Remove the rear seat cushion pad and frame.
2. Remove the two nuts (one shown) and the rear seat backrest pad and frame back.
3. Remove the nuts.
4. Remove the armrest.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to «SAFETY BELT SYSTEM»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/restraints-control-systems/#safety-belt-system) .

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

Note. The power seat backrest recliner assembly must be installed as a new unit. Repair of the power seat backrest recliner assembly components is not acceptable and should not be attempted.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Remove the seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
5. Release the J-clip.
6. Release the J-clip.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Remove the zippers from under the material and unzip both the zippers for access to the backrest bolts.
9. Remove the bolts.
10. Remove the bolts.

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1. Install the bolts.
2. Install the bolts.
3. Pull the material down, zip both the zippers and tuck the zippers under the backrest material.
4. Connect the electrical connector.
5. Fasten the J-clip.
6. Fasten the J-clip.
7. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
8. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Disconnect the buckle electrical connector.
5. Remove the nut.
6. Pull the buckle (5461202) through the cushion opening.
7. Release the J-clip.
8. Release the J-clip.
9. Remove the bolts.
10. Remove the pivot bolt.
11. Detach the electrical connector.
12. Remove the bolts and the seat track assembly.

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1. Install the seat track assembly and the bolts.
2. Attach the electrical connector.
3. Install the pivot bolt.
4. Install the bolts.
5. Fasten the J-clip.
6. Fasten the J-clip.
7. Install the buckle through the cushion opening.
8. Install the nut.
9. Connect the electrical connector.
10. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
11. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

Front Seat Track Motor

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Note. If a seat equipped with a supplemental restraint system (SRS) component is being serviced, the SRS must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Wear protective gloves as needed when handling components or parts that have pointed or sharp edges.

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1. Move the seat so the front and rear vertical motors are positioned in the middle of their travel.
2. If the seat cannot be moved, a new seat track assembly must be installed. Move the seat horizontally to access all seat-to-floor fasteners.
3. Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
4. Remove the seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
5. Remove the seat track. For additional information, refer to «SEAT TRACK»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
6. Disconnect the seat track motor electrical connector. To change the seat track horizontal position, apply power and ground to the pins shown.
7. Position the seat track horizontally by applying power and ground to the seat track motor pins. Position the outboard track most of the way forward so that two teeth are showing next to the outboard retainer clip and a flat spot on the drive tube is positioned upward.
8. Mark the position of the outboard track C-channel to the plastic-coated slide as shown.
9. Mark the position of the inboard track C-channel to the plastic-coated slide as shown.
10. Remove the heated seat module bracket nut and position aside the heated seat module bracket.
11. Remove the two nuts at the lift links.
12. Clamp the locking pliers on the flats of the drive tube where it reaches over the inboard track gear stub shaft. Tap on the locking pliers, separate the drive tube from the seat track motor assembly stub shaft and remove the inboard track and drive tube.
13. Remove the two nuts.
14. Remove the outboard retainer clip.
15. Remove the two bolts holding the seat track motor assembly to the outboard track.
16. Carefully pry between the seat track motor assembly and the outboard track and remove the outboard track.
17. Carefully pry and remove the two support straps.
18. Pry and remove the seat track motor assembly from the upper support assembly.

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1. Position the new and old seat track motor assembly side by side. Position the new seat track motor assembly stub shaft flat spots (splines) in the same position as the old seat track motor assembly flat spots. If necessary, apply power and ground to the new seat track motor electrical connector as shown during removal to obtain the same position.
2. Install the seat track motor assembly to the upper support assembly. NOTE: Make sure the motor is positioned right side up. Install the seat track motor assembly pivots through the front and rear height adjustment gear brackets. Apply multi-purpose grease to the motor pivots. Mesh the seat track motor assembly gears to the front and rear height adjustment gears. There should not be a gap between the upper support assembly gears and the seat track motor assembly housing.
3. Install the support straps. The support straps must fit flush against the front and rear height adjustment gears.
4. Check to make sure the index marks on the outboard track C -channel and plastic-coated slide are still in alignment.
5. Position the pinion cage onto the outboard track.
6. Install the outboard track. Position the track studs through the seat track motor assembly. While sliding the track studs through the seat track motor assembly, position the pinion cage opening around the seat track motor assembly gear. Fit the support straps and seat track motor assembly gear bushing alignment pins into the track openings.
7. When assembled, make sure the outboard track, support straps, front and rear height adjustment gears and seat track motor assembly all fit flush against each other. Make sure the support straps and seat track motor assembly gear bushing alignment pins fit into the track openings.
8. Install the two bolts holding the seat track motor assembly to the outboard track.
9. Install the two nuts.
10. Install the outboard retainer clip.
11. Check to make sure the index marks on the outboard track C -channel and plastic-coated slide are still in alignment. The index marks on the outboard track C-channel and plastic-coated slide must align at this step. If the index marks do not match up, repeat Steps 1 through 10.
12. Remove the bolt and slide the magnet assembly to disengage and remove.
13. Check to make sure the index marks on the inboard track C-channel and plastic-coated slide are still in alignment.
14. Assemble the seat track motor assembly, upper support assembly and inboard track together. Align the drive tube to the motor stub shaft. Tap the nose of the inboard track gear toward the seat track motor stub shaft. Positioning a block of metal or wood behind the motor gear can aid assembly. While tapping the parts together, simultaneously engage the front and rear lift links to the inboard track. When the lift links are up against the inboard track, with the bushings through the hole and seated, the drive tube is fully engaged.
15. Install the nuts holding the inboard track to the upper support assembly lift links.
16. Position the heated seat module bracket onto the stud and install the nut.
17. Check to make sure the index marks on the inboard track C-channel and plastic-coated slide are still in alignment. The index marks on the inboard track C-channel and plastic-coated slide must align at this step. If the index marks do not match up, repeat Steps 13 through 16.
18. Position the magnet assembly onto the pivot, slide it back and install the bolt.
19. Position the seat track in the vehicle. The left and right front mounting feet holes should align with the floor pan mounting holes, without pushing or pulling the seat track to force alignment. Check the witness marks (indentations) in the carpet. The tracks should line up closely with them. If the seat track does not align to the vehicle, check to make sure the index marks on the inboard and outboard track rails and guides are still in alignment. Repeat the necessary steps until the index marks align.
20. Install the seat track. For additional information, refer to «SEAT TRACK»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
21. Install the seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
22. Repower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Remove the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
5. Disassemble the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) in the Disassembly and Assembly portion of this section.
6. Detach the lumbar motor bracket clip.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. Detach the two lumbar support bracket clips (one shown) and slide the lumbar assembly up and off.

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1. Slide the lumbar support bracket and lumbar assembly on lumbar seat frame until seated on the two clips.
2. Connect the electrical connector.
3. Install the lumbar motor and attach the lumbar motor bracket clip.
4. Assemble the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) in the Disassembly and Assembly portion of this section.
5. Install the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
6. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
7. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

Disassembly

Note. If a seat equipped with a seat mounted side air bag and/or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) system is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. The occupant classification sensor is found only on the front passenger seat and is not equipped on all vehicles. A white tag having the letters OCS (occupant classification sensor) will appear under the front of the passenger seat to identify a seat equipped with an occupant classification sensor.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the front seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. To disassemble a passenger seat cushion equipped with an OCS system, remove the OCS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
5. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
6. Remove the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
7. Remove the seat track. For additional information, refer to «SEAT TRACK»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
8. Remove the power lumbar switch bezel.
9. Disconnect the lumbar switch electrical connector.
10. Release the retainers. Release the J-clips. Remove the pin-type retainer.
11. Disconnect the cushion heated seat element electrical connector.
12. Disconnect the heated seat module electrical connector.
13. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the heated seat module bracket and release the locking tab. Remove the heated seat module.
14. Disconnect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
15. Remove the cover.
16. Remove the retaining clip.
17. Remove the pin.
18. Remove the armrest.
19. Remove the armrest cover trim (672A32).
20. Remove the three bolts (two shown) and armrest bracket.
21. Remove the frame.
22. Remove the seat trim cover from the cushion foam.
23. Remove the flexolator from the frame.
24. Remove the cushion heated seat element, if necessary.

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1. To assemble a passenger seat cushion equipped with an OCS system, install the OCS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
2. Install the cushion heated seat element, if necessary.
3. Install the flexolator to the frame.
4. Install the seat trim cover to the cushion foam.
5. Install the frame.
6. Install the armrest bracket and the three (two shown) bolts.
7. Install the armrest cover trim.
8. Install the armrest.
9. Install the pin.
10. Install the retaining clip.
11. Install the cover.
12. Connect the power lumbar switch electrical connector.
13. Slide the heated seat module on the bracket until fully seated into the bracket.
14. Connect the heated seat module electrical connector.
15. Connect the cushion heated seat element electrical connector.
16. Fasten the retainers. Install the pin-type retainer. Fasten the J-clip.
17. Connect the power lumbar electrical connector.
18. Install the power lumbar switch bezel.
19. Install the seat track. For additional information, refer to «SEAT TRACK»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
20. Install the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
21. Install the seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
22. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

Note. If a seat equipped with an SRS component is being serviced, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.

Note. The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

Note. The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

Note. Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

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1. Position the seat to access the fasteners.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .
3. Remove the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
4. Remove the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
5. Pull the head restraint out to end of travel. Press the release button and the pull head restraint rod past its stop position.
6. Remove the two screws, pull the bottom out and lift up to remove the backrest panel.
7. Release the four J-clips (three shown).
8. Invert the seat backrest cover to the top of the seat backrest.
9. From inside the seat backrest, pinch the headrest guide pin ends and remove the sleeves. Remove the seat backrest cover.
10. Remove the head restraint locking clip (outboard side driver, inboard side passenger).
11. Pull the head restraint out to end of travel. Press the release button and then pull the head restraint rod past its stop position.
12. From inside the seat backrest, pinch the headrest guide pin ends and remove the sleeves. Remove the seat backrest cover.
13. Remove the seat backrest foam pad and remove the heated seat element, if necessary.
14. Remove the side air bag module nuts.
15. Position the side air bag module and deployment chute away from the mounting bracket and seat back frame.
16. Position the seat back trim cover and seat back pad forward enough to access the side air bag module.
17. Remove the side air bag module from the deployment chute. Pull the side air bag module mounting studs back through the deployment chute openings and remove the side air bag module from the deployment chute.
18. Disconnect and remove the side air bag module.
19. Detach the lumbar motor bracket clip.
20. Disconnect the electrical connector.
21. Detach the two lumbar support bracket clips and slide the lumbar assembly up and off.
22. Remove the three lower clips on the seat back support spring and unclip the top hook.

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1. Install the top hook and install the three lower seat back support spring clips.
2. Slide the lumbar support bracket and lumbar assembly on lumbar seat frame until seated on the two clips.
3. Connect the electrical connector.
4. Install the lumbar motor and attach the lumbar motor bracket clip.
5. Connect the side air bag module electrical connector.
6. Position the side air bag module into the deployment chute. Position the side air bag module into the deployment chute with the alignment pin offset to the top and the electrical connector to the bottom of the seat back. This will position the alignment pin correctly when the side air bag module and deployment chute are mounted to the seat back frame mounting bracket. The side air bag module mounting studs and alignment pin must come through the deployment chute stud openings.
7. Install the side air bag module onto the front seat back frame mounting bracket. Install the nuts. The deployment chute should not have any wrinkles or folds where it contacts the seat back frame mounting bracket.
8. Install the backrest heated seat element to the foam pad (if necessary) and install the foam pad on the frame.
9. Install the seat backrest trim cover and install the head restraint sleeves and the locking clip.
10. Reposition the seat back pad and trim cover to the seat back frame.
11. Install the head restraint sleeves.
12. Attach the four J-clips (three shown).
13. Install the upper J-hooks and install the two bottom seat backrest panel screws.
14. Install the head restraint.
15. Install the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT BACKREST»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
16. Install the affected seat. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SEAT»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
17. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system) .

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1. Remove the armrest. For additional information, refer to «SEAT ARMREST - Rear»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/seats/#seat-system) .
2. Remove the rubber inserts.
3. Remove the screws.
4. Remove the two hinge screws.
5. Remove the hog rings.
6. Remove the armrest trim.
7. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

See also:
• AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
• SAFETY BELT SYSTEM
• BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
• INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION
• FRONT SEAT TRACK MOTOR
• SYMPTOM CHART
• FRONT SEAT