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Driver Multi-Contour Seat Module [SCMG]: Removal

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NOTE: Driver seat SCMG shown, passenger seat SCMH similar.
NOTE: Seat backrest blower motor without snorkel shown, unless otherwise called out.

  1. 1.

    NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
    NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current SCMG installed. If the current SCMG does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the SCMG following the on-screen instructions.

  1. 2.

    Move the front seat to the full upward position.
GFD42932Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .

  1. 4.

    Detach the electrical connector retainers and position the wire harnesses aside.
GFD42933Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 5.

    NOTE: Seat backrest blower motor with snorkel shown.

    1. 1.

      Detach the backrest cover straps.

    1. 2.

      If equipped, route the backrest cover straps through the backrest blower motor snorkel.

    1. 3.

      Position the backrest cover upward.
GFD42934Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    Detach the backrest cover lower J-clip.
GFD42935Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 7.

    NOTE: Seat backrest blower motor with snorkel shown.
    NOTE: For installation of a backrest blower motor with snorkel, note the routing of the snorkel.

    Detach the hook-and-loop retainer and position the backrest cover strap aside.

GFD42936Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 8.

    1. 1.

      NOTE: To install, gradually alternate the left and right seat backrest cover zippers to prevent damage to the seat backrest cover.

    Unzip the backrest cover zipper on each side.

  1. 2.

    Position the backrest cover upward.
GFD42937Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 9.

    NOTE: Follow the color codes of the hoses and locks as indicated below. Tube colors noted are from left to right.

    Release the locking tabs and disconnect the hose and lock assemblies from the SCMG.

    • Orange lock: Black - transparent blue - blue - green.
    • Blue lock: Yellow - transparent green - red - clear
GFD42938Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 10.

    Remove the SCMG.

    1. 1.

      Disconnect the electrical connector.

    1. 2.

      Lift upwards on the SCMG to release the rear locking clip.

    1. 3.

      Rotate the SCMG to release the side locking clips.
GFD42939Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY