FORD 2014 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 181)

2. To return the seat back to upright
position, pull the number 1 strap, then
while holding the number 1 strap, pull the
long strap located on the seat back to raise
the seat back.
3. Pull the head restraints up to their normal positions.
WARNING: Make sure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing
and pulling on the seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury
during a sudden stop.
WARNING: Before returning the seat back to its original
position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped
behind the seat back. After returning the seat back to its original
position, pull on the seat back to make sure that it has fully latched. An
unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or
crash.
WARNING: Do not drive the vehicle when the third-row seat is
rotated backwards. During a sudden stop, the safety belts are not
functional in this position and the third-row seat can rapidly tip back to
the forward position, all of which may result in serious injury.
Note: Do not use seat in this position or damage to seat may occur.
Seats 179
2014 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, September 2013
USA (fus)