2015 Ford Explorer Quick Reference Guide Printing 2 - Page 8

COMFORT FLAT-FOLDING THIRD-ROW SEAT* NOTE: Make sure that the area under the seat is free of objects before stowing it. CO NTINUE D FUNC TION To unfold the third-row seat: NOTE: Make sure that the area is free of objects before unstowing it. To fold and stow the third-row seat: 1. R  emove all objects from the seat and floor stowage tub area. 2.  Fold the head restraint by pulling the head restraint release strap. 4.  To fold the seat fully into the floor, release the seat latches by pulling two straps at the same time: the short black strap (next to the red strap) and the headrest release strap. ACTIVE PARK ASSIST* 1. U  nlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing and pulling up on the handle. When the seat is in a vertical position, push the seat over, letting it fall onto the latches. 2. T  o return the seatback to the upright position, pull the red strap, then while holding the red strap, pull the long strap located on the seat back to raise the seatback. 3.  Pull the head restraints up to their normal position. The system detects an available parallel parking space and automatically steers the vehicle into the space, hands-free, while you control the accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system uses visual, audible or both types of alerts to instruct the driver to park the vehicle. To use, press the AUTO |P| button; the touchscreen displays a message and a corresponding graphic to indicate the system is searching for a parking space. Use the direction indicator to indicate which side of the vehicle you want the system to search on. NOTE: Driving aids do not replace the need to watch where the vehicle is moving and brake when necessary. Refer to your Owner's Manual for safety information, more details and limitations. 3.  From the rear of the vehicle, fold the seatback by pulling and holding the red strap while pushing the seatback forward. Release the strap once the seatback starts rotating forward. NOTE: Push and pull on the seat to make sure it latches to the vehicle floor. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash. TRAILER SWAY CONTROL This feature helps reduce trailer sway when it begins by applying your vehicle brakes at individual wheels and, if necessary, reducing engine power. For more complete information, see the Towing chapter of your Owner's Manual. 14 *if equipped *if equipped 15