1997 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107

Seating and safety restraints 4. Fold the cushion protector flap onto the child seat cushion. Slide the belt tongues up and out of the way of the cushion, then return the child seat cushion to the stowed (upright) position. 5. Slide the Velcro௡ straps through the D-rings on the child seat cushion and attach. 6. Slide the head restraint down until the top of the head restraint is flush with the top of the adult seat back. 7. Press firmly on the top center of the built-in child safety seat head restraint to ensure it is stowed properly. Inspecting the built-in child safety seat after a collision Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. 108