1997 Ford Aerostar Owner's Manual - Page 101

E-Z Access Operation - Passenger Side Rear Captain's Chair (Optional Quad Buckets) To provide easy access to the rear of the vehicle, the passenger side rear captain's chair can be tilted forward. To tilt seat forward: 1. 2. 3. Put the seatback in the upright position. Lift upward on the lower handle on the right (outboard) side of the seat. The seat can now be tilted forward. To latch the seat in its normal position, push seatback rearward until it is latched in position. Quick Release Rear Captain Chairs To remove: 1. For right hand seats, lift and rotate the seat latch handle (located under the seat) rearward, causing the J hook to disengage from the front floor well retainer. For left hand seats, lift and rotate the seat latch handle (located under the seat) rearward, causing the J hook to disengage from the front floor well retainer. Disengage the lap/shoulder safety belt from the seat by inserting a key or similar device into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward. Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor as shown. 2. Push the seat assembly rearward to disengage the front and rear floor hooks and lift the seat assembly from the vehicle. 99