1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187

Adjustable Rear Seating WARNING The head restraints should be stored outside of the vehicle (with the removed seat) to prevent them from damaging the vehicle or injuring passengers in the case of sudden braking or a collision. Two-Passenger Bench Seat NOTE: The two-passenger bench seat has a unique safety restraint system. If your vehicle has the two-passenger bench seat it is very important that the unique safety belt system is used properly. Please read the section in the Safety Restraints chapter that explains the unique safety belt system and be sure you understand it before anyone rides in the two-passenger bench seat. If your vehicle has the second row two-passenger bench seat, you can remove it if you need extra cargo space. With the second-row seat removed, the third-row bench seat can be moved up to a second-row seating or storage position for additional rear cargo area room. To help prevent personal injury, at least two people are needed to remove the seat. 183