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2020 Explorer XLT - Swap Captain Chairs for a Bench

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Old Dec 22, 2021 | 09:08 PM
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Default 2020 Explorer XLT - Swap Captain Chairs for a Bench

I have a 2020 Ford Explorer XLT with captain chairs in the middle row. Does anyone know is it’s possible to swap them out for a standard bench?I
 
Old Dec 23, 2021 | 06:35 AM
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I will look into the wiring but I don't believe you can simple bolt them in due to airbag/seat belt buckle wiring.
 
Old Dec 23, 2021 | 10:31 AM
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Thank you Mr. Butler, appreciate that!

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Old Dec 24, 2021 | 03:02 PM
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So as far as I see the middle seat is not power fold nor climate control, the only wires should be two for the seatbelt buckle, I could be wrong about that though.
This is the wiring harness for the 2nd row buckles, connector views, and location views. You will see there are two options for wiring but the difference shouldnt matter for your purposes.
You will need to pull up the carpet to see C3559, you will need to remove the right B pillar to see C3382, see which you have so you will know if you have to add wiring to make the bench seats work.
 
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