2001 Mercury Cougar Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 112

Seating and safety restraints Closing the liftgate To avoid injury to rear seat occupants when closing the liftgate, ensure that the head of any rear seat occupant is not in the path of the closing liftgate. Request that the occupants, especially taller occupants, lean forward and under the roof structure to avoid making contact with the closing liftgate. Close the liftgate carefully. Folding rear seats Pull the release knob located in the luggage compartment. Fold down the seat. To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it locks in place. Make sure it is firmly latched by pushing forward and back on it. Check to see that the seat and seatback are latched securely in position. Keep luggage area free of objects that would prevent proper engagement.