2023 FORD EXPLORER fold seats

Second Row Bucket Seats and ThirdRow Seats
Second Row Bench Seats and ThirdRow Seats
Perform the following steps to install achild restraint with tether anchors:
Note:If you install a child restraint with rigidLATCH attachments, do not tighten thetether strap enough to lift the child restraintoff your vehicle seat cushion when the childis seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snugwithout lifting the front of the child restraint.Keeping the child restraint just touching yourvehicle seat gives the best protection in asevere crash.
For second row outermost seatingpositions, route the child restraint tetherstrap over the seat backrest, under thehead restraint and between the headrestraint posts. If needed, remove the headrestraint to improve the fit of the childrestraint or tether strap.
For the second row center seating position,route the child restraint tether strap overthe top of the head restraint. If needed,remove the head restraint to improve thefit of the child restraint or tether strap. SeeHead Restraints (page 144).
For third row seating positions, route thechild restraint tether strap over the seatbackrest, under the head restraint andbetween the head restraint posts. Ifneeded, fold the head restraint down toimprove the fit of the child restraint ortether strap. See Head Restraints (page144).
1.Route the tether strap.
2.Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.
3.Clip the tether strap to the anchor asshown. The tether hook may betwisted ½ turn to improve installation.If you clip the tether strap incorrectly,the child restraint may not be retainedproperly in the event of a crash.
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Second Row Outermost Seat HeadRestraints
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebuttons.C
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the C buttons.
2.Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Third Row Seat Head Restraints
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Fold strap.C
Folding the Head Restraint
Pull the fold strap (C). Pull the headrestraint back up to reset.
Note:Press the stow or fold button on thepower folding seats to fold the headrestraint.
MANUAL SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Moving the Seat Backward andForward
WARNING: Do not adjust the driverseat or seat backrest when your vehicleis moving. This may result in sudden seatmovement, causing the loss of controlof your vehicle.
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Adjusting the Seat Backrest
Lift the handle and adjust the seatbackrest rearward or forward.
Folding the Seat Backrest Flat
Lift the handle and fold the seat backrestforward until it is flat.
Note:For bench seats, make sure youunbuckle the center seatbelt before foldingthe seat backrest.
Moving the Seat Backward andForward (If Equipped)
Adjusting the Second Row Seats forEasy Entry
WARNING: Do not drive yourvehicle with a seat that is unlatched orin the folded position. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death in the event of a suddenstop or crash.
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seat backrestbefore returning it to the original position.Pull on the seat backrest to make surethat it has fully latched after returningthe seat backrest to its original position.An unlatched seat may becomedangerous if you stop suddenly or havea crash.
WARNING: Do not adjust a seat orrelease a seat floor latch when thevehicle is moving. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death in a sudden stop or crash.
Note:You may have to move the front rowseat forward to allow the second row seatto be fully folded.
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Note: You can move the second rowoutermost seats forward to allow access tothe third row seats.
This feature allows for easier entry and exitto and from the third row seat.
1.Lift the handle on top of the seatbackrest. The seat backrest foldsforward and engages the seat track.
2.Push the seat forward.
3.To return the seat to the seatingposition, push the seat backrest andmove the track rearward. Make surethe seat backrest locks in the uprightposition.
Adjusting the Second Row Seats withPower Easy Entry (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not fold a seat if itis occupied. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injury.
The easy entry seat allows for easier entryand exit to and from the third row seat.
Press the button on top of the second rowseat backrest to move the seat forward.This provides access to the third row.
Folding the Second Row Center Seat
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Pull the strap to fold the seat backrest flat.
To return the seat to the upright position,rotate the seat backrest until it locks.
Adjusting the Second Row OutermostSeats
Lift the handle to move the seat forwardor rearward.
Exiting the Third Row Seats
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seatback beforereturning it to the original position.
WARNING: Check under the seatcushion to make sure no cargo or objectsare under the seat cushion beforereturning the seat cushion to its originalposition, and that the seat cushion locksinto place. Failure to do so may preventthe seat from operating properly in theevent of a crash, which could increasethe risk of serious injury.
WARNING: Do not adjust a seat orrelease a seat floor latch when thevehicle is moving. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death in a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: Do not drive yourvehicle with a seat that is unlatched orin the folded position. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death in the event of a suddenstop or crash.
1.Pull the strap on the back of thesecond row seat. This moves the seatforward.
2.To return the seat to the seatingposition, push the seat backrest andmove the track rearward. Make surethe seat backrest locks in the uprightposition.
Folding the Third Row Manual Seat
1.Remove all objects from the seat.
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2.Fold the head restraints by pulling thehead restraint release strap.
3.From the rear of the vehicle, fold theseat backrest by pulling and holdingthe strap while pushing the seatbackrest forward. Release the straponce the seat backrest starts rotatingforward.
Note:Do not use the seat anchors as cargotie downs.
Note:Make sure that the area under theseat is free of objects before stowing it.
Unfolding the Third Row Manual Seat
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seat backrestbefore returning it to the original position.Pull on the seat backrest to make surethat it has fully latched after returningthe seat backrest to its original position.An unlatched seat may becomedangerous if you stop suddenly or havea crash.
Note:Make sure that there are no objectssuch as books, purses or briefcases on theload floor before unstowing the seat. Failureto remove all objects from the top of theload floor prior to unstowing it may causedamage to the seat.
Note:Make sure the area under the loadfloor is free of objects before unstowing it.
1.To return the seat backrest to theupright position, pull the long strapuntil the seat backrest locks.
2.Pull the head restraints up to theirnormal positions.
Adjusting the Third Row PowerSeats
Note:The power rear seat functions disable10 minutes after you switch the ignition off.The transmission must be in park (P) andthe liftgate must be open to operate theseats.
The buttons are inside the liftgate area.
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Press to fold the left-hand thirdrow seat.A
Press to fold and unfold boththird row seats.B
Press to fold the right-hand thirdrow seat.C
To return the third-row seat backrest tothe original position, press thecorresponding control again.
If the seats are inoperable, do thefollowing:
1.Make sure that the engine is runningand the tailgate is open.
2.Make sure that there are no objects onthe seats that would prevent themfrom folding completely.
3.Press and hold button B for one minuteuntil both seats completely fold andunfold.
4.Press button A and button C to confirmeach seat is operational.
Note:During this procedure, the seat mayappear to be fully unfolded. Continueholding the switch for a few seconds.
If the power rear seat disables after 10minutes, you can enable the seat by:
•Opening any door.
•Pressing the unlock button on the keyfob.
•Pressing any keyless entry keypadbutton.
•Switching the ignition on.
HEATED SEATS
WARNING: Use caution when usingthe heated seat if you are unable to feelpain to your skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions.The heated seat could cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if usedfor long periods of time. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not poke sharpobjects into the seat cushion or seatbackrest. This could damage the heatedseat element and cause it to overheat.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not place anythingon the seat that blocks the heat, forexample a seat cover or a cushion. Thiscould cause the seat to overheat. Failureto follow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
Front Seats
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:The engine must be running to usethis feature.
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse or RelayNumber
High voltage positive temperature coeffi-cient heater (hybrid electric vehicle).
Traction battery coolant proportional valve(hybrid electric vehicle).10A98
Not used (spare).50A103
Not used (spare).50A104
Not used (spare).40A105
Not used (spare).40A106
Not used (spare).40A107
Not used (spare).20A108
Passenger door module.30A109
Body control module voltage qualitymonitor feed.30A111
Not used (spare).20A112
Not used (spare).50A114
Amplifier.20A115
Not used (spare).5A116
Second row heated seats.30A118
Port fuel injectors.15A120
Rain sensor.5A124
USB smart charger 1.5A125
Amplifier.20A127
Not used (spare).15A128
Power folding seat module.40A131
Heated wiper park.15A133
Family entertainment system.10A134
Not used (spare).20A136
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