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Seat Control Switch: Removal

NOTE: 6-way seat control switch shown, 10-way seat control switch similar.
  1. If equipped, remove the manual lumbar adjustment knob.
    1. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the seat cushion and cushion side shield, at the location shown, and remove the manual lumbar adjustment knob retaining clip.
    2. Slide the manual lumbar adjustment knob off the shaft.
      Fig 1: Removing Manual Lumbar Adjustment Knob
      G07427804Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the seat cushion and cushion side shield and release the rear retaining tab, while pulling the rear seat control switch bezel outward.
    Fig 2: Inserting Flat-Blade Screwdriver Between Seat Cushion And Cushion Side Shield
    G07427805Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the seat cushion and cushion side shield and release the upper rear retaining tab, while pulling the rear seat control switch bezel outward.
    Fig 3: Inserting Flat-Blade Screwdriver Between Seat Cushion And Cushion Side Shield
    G07427806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the seat cushion and cushion side shield and release the upper front retaining tab, while pulling the rear seat control switch bezel outward.
    Fig 4: Inserting Flat-Blade Screwdriver Between Seat Cushion And Cushion Side Shield
    G07427807Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Slide the seat control switch bezel rearward and remove it from the cushion side shield.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.