FORD 2011 Explorer v.3 - Manual (Page 175)

Note: Do not use the third row
seatback as a load floor when the
seatback is folded.
Note: Ensure that the area under the seat is free of objects before
stowing it.
Unstowing the third row seat
Note: Ensure that there are no objects such as books, purses or brief
cases on the load floor before unstowing the seat. Failure to remove all
objects from the top of the load floor prior to unstowing it may cause
damage to the seat.
Note: Ensure the area under the load floor is free of objects before
unstowing it.
1. Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing and
pulling up on the handle. Once the seat is at a vertical position, push the
seat over, letting it fall onto the latches.
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Owners Guide, 4th Printing
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