2002 Ford Excursion Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 125

Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Remove headrest from storage position and return to 2nd row seatback. Push down headrest completely to secure. Reclining the second row seatback Locate the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat cushion and lift gently to allow the seatback to be adjusted to the desired location. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Third row seat (if equipped) The third row seat is equipped with combination lap and shoulder belts in the outboard seating positions and a manual adjust tongue lap belt in the center seating position. For information on the proper operation of the safety restraints, refer to Safety Restraints in this chapter. The third row seat may be removed from the vehicle for additional cargo space. Accessing the third row seat Your vehicle is equipped with an easy entry second row seat feature which allows ready access to the third row seat. You may enter the third row seat through either rear side door. To reduce the risk of personal injury, the second row seat should not be left in the forward, E-Z entry position while the vehicle is in motion. Please ensure that the seat is in the upright, fully latched rearward position before putting the vehicle in motion. Refer to the warning label on the seat side shield. 125