Front Seat: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Sable and 2005 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Position the seat in the vehicle.
From under the seat, connect the electrical connector.

Fig 1: Connecting Electrical Connector
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Vehicles with side air bags

Connect the seat side air bag module electrical connector.

Fig 2: Connecting Seat Side Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
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All vehicles

NOTE: If equipped, make sure to position the safety belt anchor on top of the seat track before installing the nut.

Fig 3: Installing Seat Rear Nuts - With Torque Specification

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Install the seat rear nuts.
Install the seat rear trim covers.

Fig 4: Installing Seat Rear Trim Covers
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Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
Position the seat rearward.
Install the seat front bolts.

Fig 5: Installing Seat Front Bolts - With Torque Specification
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Install the seat front trim covers.

Fig 6: Installing Seat Front Trim Covers
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Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .