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NHTSA ID Number: 10228766
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 22-2480
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 17-2203 to update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure, and Part List. Some 2017-2018 Continental vehicles built on or before 22-Sep-2017 may exhibit one or both front seats with an outside bolster that is loose or separating from the seat frame.
This bulletin supersedes 17-2203.
Model:
2017-2018 Continental
Built on or before 22-Sep-2017
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 17-2203 to update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure, and Part List.
Issue: Some 2017-2018 Continental vehicles built on or before 22-Sep-2017 may exhibit one or both front seats with an outside bolster that is loose or separating from the seat frame.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
- 2017-2018 Continental
- Built on or before 22-Sep-2017
- Outside bolster loose or separating from the seat frame
Parts
Service Part Number | Quantity | Description |
GD9Z-9660081-BC | 1 | Seat Back Pad Support |
GD9Z-14D696-U | 1 | Heating Element (Non-Black Label) |
GD9Z-14D696-S | 1 | Heating Element (Black Label) |
GD9Z-9664811-J | 1 | Seat Back Pad (Only Heated Seats) |
GD9Z-54632A22-Q | 1 | Seat Back Pad (24-Way Seat Non-Black Label) |
GD9Z-54632A22-R | 1 | Seat Back Pad (24-Way Seat And Black Label) |
GD9Z-54632A22-S | 1 | Seat Back Pad (30-Way Seat Non-Black Label) |
GD9Z-54632A22-T | 1 | Seat Back Pad (30-Way Seat And Black Label) |
Service Procedure
1. On the affected seat(s) remove the front seat backrest cover assembly. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-10.
2. Release the front seat backrest heater mat wiring retainer from the backrest assembly. (Figure 1)
3. Release the heater mat fabric wrap around extensions and position aside. (Figure 2)
4. Release the hook and loop strips and separate the seat backrest foam from the seat backrest bolster. (Figure 3)
5. Release the pin-type retainers and remove both multi-contour bladders from the driver seat bolster. (Figure 4)
6. Discard the driver seat back foam and seat back bolster.
7. Install the new driver side heater mat. Refer to WSM, Section 501-10A, General Procedures.
8. Reverse the removal procedure using the new bolster and seat back foam to reassemble the driver front seat backrest cover assembly.
NOTE: Prior to installation of the hose and lock assemblies, verify the black O-ring and white spacer remains with each hose. The black O-rings are installed first, then the white spacers lock them in.
NOTE: When connecting the hose and lock assemblies, an audible click must be heard for correct installation.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
LINCOLN![]() | CONTINENTAL | 2017-2018 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
22-2480
21 December 2022
MC-10228766-0001.pdf 518.548KB
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN Front Seat(s) Outside Bolster Loose Or Separating From The Seat Frame – Built On Or Before 22-Sep-2017 22-2480 21 December 2022 This bulletin supersedes 17-2203. Model: Lincoln 2017-2018 Continental Summary This article supersedes TSB 17-2203 to update the vehicle model years, Service Procedure, and Part List. Issue: Some 2017-2018 Continental vehicles built on or before 22-Sep-2017 may exhibit one or both front seats with an outside bolster that is loose or separating from the seat frame. Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria: • 2017-2018 Continental • Built on or before 22-Sep-2017 • Outside bolster loose or separating from the seat frame Parts Service Part Number Quantity Description GD9Z-9660081-BC 1 Seat Back Pad Support GD9Z-14D696-U 1 Heating Element (Non-Black Label) GD9Z-14D696-S 1 Heating Element (Black Label) GD9Z-9664811-J 1 Seat Back Pad (Only Heated Seats) GD9Z-54632A22-Q 1 Seat Back Pad (24-Way Seat Non-Black Label) GD9Z-54632A22-R 1 Seat Back Pad (24-Way Seat And Black Label) GD9Z-54632A22-S 1 Seat Back Pad (30-Way Seat Non-Black Label) GD9Z-54632A22-T 1 Seat Back Pad (30-Way Seat And Black Label) Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Service Part Warranty (SPW)/Special Service Part (SSP)/Extended Service Plan (ESP) coverage. Limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. NVLW/SPW/SSP/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool. Labor Times Description 2017-2018 Continental: Replace One (1) Front Seat Back Carrier And Seat Back Foam And Heating Element If Required (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) 2017-2018 Continental: Replace Both (2) Front Seat Back Carrier And Seat Back Foam And Heating Elements If Required (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations) Operation No. 222480A 222480B Time 0.7 Hrs. 1.2 Hrs. Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: 9660081 Condition Code: 01 Service Procedure 1. On the affected seat(s) remove the front seat backrest cover assembly. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-10. 2. Release the front seat backrest heater mat wiring retainer from the backrest assembly. (Figure 1) Figure 1 3. Release the heater mat fabric wrap around extensions and position aside. (Figure 2) Figure 2 4. Release the hook and loop strips and separate the seat backrest foam from the seat backrest bolster. (Figure 3) Figure 3 5. Release the pin-type retainers and remove both multi-contour bladders from the driver seat bolster. (Figure 4) Figure 4 6. Discard the driver seat back foam and seat back bolster. 7. Install the new driver side heater mat. Refer to WSM, Section 501-10A, General Procedures. 8. Reverse the removal procedure using the new bolster and seat back foam to reassemble the driver front seat backrest cover assembly. NOTE: Prior to installation of the hose and lock assemblies, verify the black O-ring and white spacer remains with each hose. The black O-rings are installed first, then the white spacers lock them in. NOTE: When connecting the hose and lock assemblies, an audible click must be heard for correct installation. © 2022 Ford
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