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Old 11-25-2011, 12:23 PM
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What size Torx Plus socket to remove seats?
<!-- / icon and title --><!-- message -->Anyone know what size Torx Plus socket is used to remove the seats?

Mine is a 2002 F350 7.3.

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T55+

But a T55 will work, just be careful not to strip it.
 
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It is impossible to find a damn 55 Torx Plus in any standard parts store. Even Sears doesnt have them. Why does Ford make this so unnecessarily hard? Its the SEAT...just the seat. Sheez...
 
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Screwdriver bit:
FTX55TPE2, Bit, Socket Driver, TORX Plus, 55IP

3/8" Socket:
FTX55TPE, Socket Driver, TORX Plus, 55IP
SK Hand Tool T55 Plus

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TORX Plus® fasteners may be found in almost all vehicles from the 1999 model year to present. Common applications include GM transmission bell housing bolts and Ford seat belt anchors. Use of a standard TORX® driver on TORX® Plus fasteners may result in a rounded out fastener head or damaged driver.
 
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Thanks for the links...if only they didnt take days and days to arrive. Alas I fear I have no chioce.

I have a regular Torx t55 and it kinda fits but I am afraid I will strip the fastener.

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I have taken all of my seats out 3 times. I have also installed a center console twice. I always use a T55. I have never had a problem. Just be careful, but you dont have to be granny slow.
 
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Originally Posted by A/Ox4
I have taken all of my seats out 3 times. I have also installed a center console twice. I always use a T55. I have never had a problem. Just be careful, but you dont have to be granny slow.
Ok I will give it a try. Thanks.

Why do you take out your seats so often Mr.?
 
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Cleaning mostly.
 
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Same reason for me too....gotta clean'er. Are there any electrical connections under there I need to worry about?
 
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Same reason for me too....gotta clean'er. Are there any electrical connections under there I need to worry about?
If you remove the front seats completely, you may have a small 2 pin connector under each seat. Its for the directional controls if so equipped.
 
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Originally Posted by A/Ox4
If you remove the front seats completely, you may have a small 2 pin connector under each seat. Its for the directional controls if so equipped.
Thanks Mr. I will looks for that connector. I do plan to completely remove all seats for a proper cleanin.
 
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Thanks Mr. I will looks for that connector. I do plan to completely remove all seats for a proper cleanin.
Other than that youre good.
 
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I'll second the T55. Used it numerous times. Never a problem...
 
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nope!
Originally Posted by A/Ox4
T55+

But a T55 will work, just be careful not to strip it.

t55 is too small and t60 too large.. its not a torqs bit
 
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reviving a 13 year old posting. Good times. I've used the T55+. NAPA has them ....to the 13 year old poster...
 
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