1996 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual - Page 180

Tilt Slide Seat (If equipped) 2 door models only With the front seatback tilted forward, the tilt slide seat can be moved to provide additional entry space to access the rear seat compartment of the vehicle. To operate the tilt slide seat: 1. Lift the seatback release lever on the outboard side of the seat cushion to unlock the slide mechanism and seatback. 2. Push the seat assembly forward to provide entry space to the rear seat compartment of the vehicle. RWARNING Do not place objects behind or under the front seat which can prevent the seat from returning to the locked position. 3. With the seatback still forward, using the seat cushion push the seat rearward to the desired position and return the seatback to its upright position. This will lock the seat track. NOTE: Whenever the seatback is returned to the upright position, the seat will lock in that seat position. NOTE: The seat can no longer be moved rearward when in its latched position. 180