2004 Mercury Mountaineer Owner's Manual - Page 98

Seating and Safety Restraints 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. Operating the 2nd row seat for E-Z Entry (if equipped) The E-Z Entry seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat. To enter the 3rd row seat: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. 2. Push the handle all the way forward until the seat releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat upward and fold away from the third row. Never drive with the seat flipped up in an unlatched condition. To return the seat to a seating position: 1. Push the seat down and latch to the floor with a moderate amount of effort and speed. 2. Make sure the seat is latched to the floor. 3. Push the handle forward just enough so that the seat back is released. 4. Bring the seat back to an upright position. The seatback should lock into position. Note: If the seat back is "locked out" and cannot return to the upright position, repeat Step 2 and unlatch the seat from the floor. Repeat latching to the floor with a moderate amount of force and momentum. Your seats are equipped with an Interlock Safety Mechanism which will not allow the seats to return to a usable position if the seat is not fully latched to the floor! 98 2004 Mountaineer (mnt) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)