FORD 2010 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 178)

Bucket Seats
3. Pull up on the handle (pull forward on the bucket seat handle) and
push the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle.
To return the seat to the upright position:
1. Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle.
2. Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright
position.
3. If the seat is to be occupied, lift
up on the head restraint until it
locks into its original position.
WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original
position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped
behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original
position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An
unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or
collision.
Placing the 2nd row 60/40 seats in cargo mode (if equipped)
The 2nd row seats can be placed in a kneel down load floor position to
allow more cargo space.
To place the seats in the cargo mode:
1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. See Folding down the 2nd row seats
above.
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Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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