2004 Lincoln Aviator Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 550

Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual recline function Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving. 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. To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat. • Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward. • Release the handle when the desired position has been reached. Adjusting the power front seats - door mounted controls The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door. Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 166