1996 FORD E SERIES Owners Manual

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two third page art:0020917-BQuick seat release Ð bed seat
[FV38101( E )01/89]
RWARNING
Keep striker area free of foreign objects
that would prevent front and rear
retainers from engaging the strikers
properly.
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[FV38201( E )05/93]
RWARNING
Before using the seat, make sure that the
latch hooks are securely locked around the
floor pins.
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[FV38301( E )05/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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[FV38350( E )05/95]
RWARNING
Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor,
whether the seat is occupied or empty. If
not latched, the seat may cause injury
during a sudden stop.
[FV38501( E )01/89]
Floor Striker Removal
[FV38601( E )01/89]
To remove striker:
[FV38701( E )12/89]
1. Remove striker attaching bolts and washers.
[FV38801( E )12/89]
2. Remove striker.
[FV38901( E )02/89]
3. Apply a bead of Ford Caulking Cord, Part
No. D6AZ-19560-A or an equivalent to the
floor pan side of the washers.
[FV39001( E )12/91]
4. Ensure proper sealing by installing the bolts
and washers into the mounting holes
without the striker. Tighten to 5-10 ft-lb
(7-13 N.
m).Do not over tighten.
[FV39101( E )05/89]
To reinstall floor striker:
[FV39201( E )12/89]
1. Remove the bolts and washers.
[FV39301( E )12/91]
2. Install striker and bolts and washers. Tighten
bolts to 34-46 ft-lb (47-63 N.
m).
[FV39401( E )05/90]
NOTE: Never substitute other than specified
bolts and washers.
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[FV42101( E )12/89]
Seat/bed conversion
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[FV42301( E )05/89]
To convert the seat/bed to a bed:
[FV42501( E )12/91]
1. While in the rear of the vehicle, behind the
seat, rotate the release lever on the right side
of the seat while pulling the seat back
extension panel rearward and up until flat.
[FV42800( E )12/91]
2. Tuck the safety belts into the pockets on the
seat cushion while in the bed position.
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[FV42900( E )01/89]
To convert the bed to a seat:
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[FV43000( E )07/92]
1. While in front of the seat, pull the release
lever up and at the same time pull the
seatback up. Raise the seatback to the full
upright and locked position.
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[FV43100( E )01/89]
2. Make sure the safety belts are free and
available for use.
[FV43200( E )12/91]
3. Push the seat back extension forward,
making sure the latch engages.
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[FV43300( E )05/95]
RWARNING
The seat/bed should not be occupied
while the vehicle is moving unless it is in
the upright, fully-latched position.
[FV43400( E )03/91]
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Seat/bed conversion
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[FV46600( EF )05/95]
Using the Power Seats (If equipped)
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[FV46700( EF )08/94]
If your vehicle has the power seat option, you
can adjust it in several directions. The controls
are on the outboard side of the seat.
[FV46900( E )05/91]
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The power controls on the driver's seat
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[FV47000(BEF )03/94]
Using the Power Lumbar Support and Side
Bolsters
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[FV47400(BEF )12/91]
If your vehicle is equipped with this option, you
can inflate a lumbar support pad in the seat
back. To inflate the lumbar pad, push the (+)
side of the rocker switch. To deflate push the (-)
side of the switch.
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[FV47500(BEF )06/92]
quarter page art:0020860-B
Power lumbar switch
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[FV47600(BEF )04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
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[FV47620(BEF )05/95]
Leather and vinyl
*
[FV47625(BEF )05/95]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a
soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner
or a mild soap.
*
[FV47630(BEF )04/95]
Wipe the surface with a damp, soft cloth, then
dry and buff with a dry, soft cloth.
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[FV47640(BEF )04/95]
Fabric
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[FV47650(BEF )04/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom
or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots
immediately. Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.
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[FV47660(BEF )04/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a
small, hidden area of fabric. If the
fabric's color or texture is adversely
affected by a particular cleaner, do not
use it.
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[FV49400( E )03/91]
Underseat stowage drawer
(If equipped)
[FV49600( E )12/91]
If your Econoline is equipped with the optional
front passenger seat drawer, it can be opened by
moving the latch lever upward and pulling the
drawer toward the center of the vehicle. The
drawer can be removed by pulling it to the full
open position and lifting the tab on the top
surface, inside the drawer. The drawer is not
lockable.
[FV49900( E )08/91]
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Underseat stowage drawer Ð RH front passenger seat only
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[FV50000(BEF )01/95]
Mirrors
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[FV50200(BEF )05/95]
With the door closed and the seat adjusted for
comfort and proper vehicle control, move the
mirrors for best view by tilting up or down, left
or right. Do not adjust the mirrors while the
vehicle is in motion.
[FV50300( E )05/95]
NOTE: Models equipped without rear door
windows are not equipped with a
rearview mirror.
*
[FV50325(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the
rearview mirror at all times. Do not allow
anything to block your vision. If you can't
see through the mirror, you could be
involved in an accident and injure
yourself or others.
*
[FV52400( EF )06/95]
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If equipped)
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[FV52500( EF )06/95]
Your vehicle may feature illuminated vanity
mirrors on the sun visors. You can turn on the
lighted mirror by lifting the mirror door cover.
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[FV52600( EF )06/95]
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Visor vanity mirror
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