1997 Ford Aerostar Owner's Manual - Page 151

To stow the built-in child seat: 1. Return the child seat cushion to the upright position and lift the protector flap toward the headrest. Fasten the snaps securely. Pull on the headrest release strap and rotate the headrest downward until it latches against the child seat cushion. RWARNING Always fasten the protector flap snaps when stowing your child seats to prevent the child seat cushion from rotating forward in a collision. The seat can now be used by an adult. Inspection after a collision RWARNING All built-in child restraints, including seats, buckles, retractors, seat latches, interlocks, and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified dealer technician after any collision. If the child seat was in use during a collision, Ford recommends replacing it. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the child restraints do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. If there is any bending of the vehicle seatback or seat structure, it should also be replaced. Built-in child seats not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. 2. 3. 149