FORD 2012 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 166)

2. Fold the head outboard head
restraint by pulling the head
restraint release strap.
Note: Outboard head restraints do
not adjust vertically.
3. Lift the handle located on the
side of the seat.
The seatback will fold flat.
4. Lift the handle all the way up
until the seat releases from the
floor. Rotate the seat forward to
allow access to the third row.
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Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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