I am having a really hard time trying to pull out the back seat to put on Wet Oakley seat covers. Anyone have instructions or know how the heck this thing comes out?

 

From the manual...


501-10-1 501-10-1 Seating
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
3. CAUTION: Do not operate the vehicle
Rear Seat with the rear seat cushion removed. The two
rear outboard nuts hold the chassis to the
frame, and the chassis may move if driven. 1. If equipped with rear subwoofer, remove the
Discard the two outboard nuts and install three fasteners (two shown).
new.
Remove the parts in the order listed in the
following illustration and table.
To remove individual parts, only carry out the
listed steps:
Part Steps
Rear seat backrest 1-2
Rear seat cushion 1-7
2. Rotate the subwoofer forward and disconnect
the electrical connector.
Copyright ã 2003, Ford Motor Company
Last updated: 2/26/2004 2004 F150, 12/2003
501-10-2 501-10-2 Seating
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
Item 1: Rear Seat Safety Belt Cover Removal Item Part Number Description
Note
1 — Rear seat safety belt cover
1. Remove the safety belt cover. Removal Note
2 — Rear seat backrest 1 Remove the fasteners cover.
Removal Note
2 Remove the two nuts. Installation Note
3 Lift up and remove cover from safety belt 3 W708731-S301 Rear seat riser-to-floor
tower. outboard nuts (2 req’d)
4 W708731-S301 Rear seat riser-to-floor
inboard nuts (2 req’d)
5 W710059-S900 Rear seat outboard
riser-to-floor bolts (2 req’d)
Removal Note
6 W709826-S900 Rear seat center riser-to-floor
bolt
7 — Rear seat cushion assembly
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
5. Check the active restraint system for correct
operation. For additional information, refer to
Section 501-20A.
2004 F150, 12/2003
501-10-3 501-10-3 Seating
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
Item 2: Rear Seat Backrest Removal Note 4. NOTE: There are retaining clips that must be
released to remove the rear seat backrest. 1. Using a suitable tool, release the mini-buckle.
NOTE: The rear seat backrest trim cover and
foam pad is removed for clarity.
To locate the retaining clips, align a
screwdriver with the inboard portion of the
outboard LATCH attachment points. Be careful
not to damage the seat trim covers. Make
contact with the rounded portion of the backrest
frame and work the screwdriver upward until
the screwdriver clears the rounded portion of
the backrest frame. At this point the
screwdriver should be located at the access
hole. Press down on the backrest slightly (this
is crucial, otherwise the retaining clip may not
release), press the screwdriver rearward to
2. NOTE: Backrest removed for clarity.
release the retaining clip, then lift the backrest
Both rear seat backrest frames have a notch cut upward. Repeat this process to release the other
out (one shown) for access to the release clips. side of the backrest.
3. NOTE: Backrest removed for clarity. Item 5: Rear Seat Outboard Riser-to-Floor Bolts
Removal Note The screwdriver is shown where it needs to be
placed to release the backrest release clips. 1. With the seat in the normal sitting position, lift
the seat cushions up for access to the rear seat
front attachment fasteners.
2004 F150, 12/2003
501-10-4 501-10-4 Seating
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
Item 2: Rear Seat Backrest Installation Note
1. NOTE: Make sure the seat backrest lower
retaining clips are completely seated before
installing the seat backrest.
NOTE: Make sure the safety belt webbing is
not twisted prior to installation.
NOTE: Make sure that the safety belt buckles
are accessible after seat installation.
To install, align the locators near the right
center of the backrest and press the backrest
downward until the retaining clips are engaged.
2004 F150, 12/2003

 

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501-10-1 501-10-1 Seating
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
3. CAUTION: Do not operate the vehicle
Rear Seat with the rear seat cushion removed. The two
rear outboard nuts hold the chassis to the
frame, and the chassis may move if driven.


Has any one actually left their back seats out of their vehicle? If so, do you just replace the bolts so the problem stated above does not occure or is there more to it. I got the super cab not for hauling people but for another purpose, big subs and amps!

 

sorry to bump a 6 year old thread but no matter what i search online i cannot seem to find,
about a year ago an audio install shop removed the back seats for me. they seemed to have taken out the passenger side bolt that connects to the W708731-S301 nut.

does anyone know where i can get a replacement bolt/washer/nut assembly?

and to Jakazz I have been driving without that one bolt and the other three nuts tightened for a year, it just makes funny noises when turning and going over certain bumps

any help will be appreciated!

 

My experience with specialty bolts is that the dealer or the salvage yard is your best bet.

 

Those instructions from the manual do not list the proper usage nor the correct number of curse words to get the seat back off.

 

Amen. They made it much more difficult than they had to!

 

Oh yea, I didn't see it, but once you get one side off, put something in there to keep it back. 15 minutes of digging around trying to get to the stupid release, and with a snick click, it's back on all by itself as you work on the other one.

THAT most certainly WILL induce curse words and throwing of tools. Do not tackle this job with small children around.

On the upside, once you've done it a few times (perhaps even a few times on your first attempt) you get a feel for it and it does become easier. Sadly, it's one of those skills you'll develop that you'll so rarely use.

 

i ended up calling the dealer and there isn't a specific part number for those bolts in the back, the person on the phone said, take one out and goto a hardware store, so no speciatly bolts needed.