fold seats FORD EXPEDITION 2023 Owners Manual

VEHICLE INTERIOR
See Opening the Center Console (page 191).A
See Moving the Seat Backward and Forward (page 163). See Moving theSeat Backward and Forward (page 165).B
See Folding the Seat Backrest (page 171). See Folding the Seat Backrest(page 174).C
See Accessing the Third Row Seats (page 172).D
See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 161).E
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The retractor for the third row centerseatbelt is in the roof.
To fasten the seatbelt:
1.Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock ifyou pull it sharply or if the vehicle is ona slope.
2.Insert the smaller tongue into thesmaller buckle to the left of the centerseat.
3.Pull the larger tongue across the lapand insert it into the buckle to the rightof the center seat.
Note:If in constant use, you can leave thebelt buckled in the smaller buckle. When itis not in use, or when you fold or move therear seats, you should release the belt fromthe smaller buckle. Using the tongue of theadjacent seatbelt, press the red button onthe smaller buckle.
SENSITIVE LOCKING MODE
WHAT IS SENSITIVE LOCKINGMODE
Sensitive locking mode is a seatbeltretractor feature that allows shoulder beltlength adjustment according to yourmovements and locking in response tovehicle movement.
HOW DOES SENSITIVE LOCKINGMODE WORK
If the driver suddenly brakes, turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impactof about 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, theseatbelts lock to help reduce forwardmovement of the driver and passengers.
In addition, the seatbelt retractor locks ifyou pull the seatbelt webbing out tooquickly. If the retractor locks, slowly lowerthe height adjuster to allow the seatbeltto retract.
If the retractor does not unlock, pull theseatbelt out slowly then feed a smalllength of webbing back toward the stowedposition.
For rear seatbelts, recline the rear seatbackrest or push the seat backrest cushionaway from the seatbelt. Feed a smalllength of webbing back toward the stowedposition.
AUTOMATIC LOCKING MODE
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC LOCKINGMODE
This feature keeps the seatbeltspre-locked. The belt still retracts to removeany slack in the shoulder belt.
WHEN TO USE AUTOMATICLOCKING MODE
Use this mode any time you install a childrestraint in the front passenger seatingposition or any rear seating position.Properly restrain children 12 years old andunder in a rear seat whenever possible.
Note:Automatic locking mode is notavailable on the driver seatbelt.
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MANUAL SEATS
HEAD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS
The second row outermost head restraintsare not adjustable or foldable.
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing foam andstructure.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.C
Second Row Center Head Restraint
The head restraint consists of:
An energy absorbing foam andstructure.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and releasebutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Third Row Head Restraints
The third row head restraints arenon-adjustable, but you may be able tofold them.
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The head restraints consist of:
•A trimmed energy absorbing foam andstructure.
•A fold button, if equipped.
ADJUSTING THE HEADRESTRAINT
For the second row center head restraint,pull the head restraint up to raise it.
To lower the head restraint:
1.Press and hold the adjust and releasebutton.
2.Push the head restraint down.
To fold the second row outermost andthird row head restraints:
1.Press the fold button.
2.Pull the head restraint up to place itback to the upright position.
REMOVING THE HEAD RESTRAINT
For the second row outermost headrestraints:
1.Pull the head restraint up until itreaches its highest position.
2.Press and hold the guide sleeve unlockand remove button.
3.Pull the head restraint up.
For the second row center head restraint:
1.Pull the head restraint up until itreaches its highest position.
2.Press and hold guide sleeve adjust andrelease button and the guide sleeveunlock and remove button.
3.Pull the head restraint up.
INSTALLING THE HEADRESTRAINT
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
For the second row outermost headrestraints, make sure the fold button isfacing the outermost side of the seat.
MOVING THE SEAT BACKWARDAND FORWARD
Lift the handle to move the second rowcenter seat forward or backward.
Note:Move the seat forward to keep a childin a child restraint close to the front seatoccupants. Move the seat to the fullrearward position when it is occupied byolder children or adults, including childrenin booster seats.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACKREST
WARNING: Reclining the seatbackcan cause an occupant to slide under theseat's seatbelt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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For the second row outermost seats, therelease handle is on the outermost side ofthe seat cushion. Lift it to adjust the seatbackrest to your preferred position.
FOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST
1.Locate the handle on the outermostside of the seat cushion.
2.Pull up on the handle to fold the seatbackrest.
Note:Use caution when folding the seatbackrest to the flat position as the seatmoves forward when you lift the releasehandle.
Folding the Second Row CenterSeat (If Equipped)
WARNING: To prevent possibledamage to the seat or seatbelts, makesure that the seatbelts are not fastenedbefore folding the seatback.
The release handle is in the upper right seatbackrest. Pull the handle to release thefolding seat latch.
Note:Use the same release handle torecline the seat backrest.
UNFOLDING THE SEATS
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seat backrestbefore returning it to the original position.Pull on the seat backrest to make surethat it has fully latched after returningthe seat backrest to its original position.An unlatched seat may becomedangerous if you stop suddenly or havea crash.
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1.Lift the seat backrest toward the rearof the vehicle.
2.Rotate the seat backrest until itengages, locking it in the uprightposition.
ACCESSING THE THIRD ROWSEATS (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not drive yourvehicle with a seat that is unlatched orin the folded position. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death in the event of a suddenstop or crash.
WARNING: Check under the seatcushion to make sure no cargo or objectsare under the seat cushion beforereturning the seat cushion to its originalposition, and that the seat cushion locksinto place. Failure to do so may preventthe seat from operating properly in theevent of a crash, which could increasethe risk of serious injury.
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seat backrestbefore returning it to the original position.Pull on the seat backrest to make surethat it has fully latched after returningthe seat backrest to its original position.An unlatched seat may becomedangerous if you stop suddenly or havea crash.
Note:You can move the outermost seatsforward to allow access to the third rowseats.
This feature allows for easier entry and exitto and from the third row seat.
1.Pull the lever on the top of the seatbackrest up.
2.Tilt the entire seat forward.
3.Slide the seat forward until it stops.
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To return the seat to the seating position,slide the seat rearward while pulling downon the seat backrest until the latch fullyengages.
To move the seat further back, pull thelever under the front of the seat and slideit backward.
Note: You must move the seat to the fullforward position before you move itrearward. Otherwise, the seat may not slideproperly rearward.
Note:You can slide the outermost seatsforward when using a child restraint.
Adjusting the Second RowOutermost Seats for Easy Exit
When exiting your vehicle from the thirdrow seats, pull the lever up on the uppercorner of the outermost seats. Then, pushthe seat forward until it stops.
POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
ADJUSTING THE HEADRESTRAINT
The third row outermost head restraintsare fixed and cannot be removed.
Press the button on the head restraint orthe button on the instrument panel to theleft of the steering wheel to fold the thirdrow outermost head restraints. Pull thehead restraint up to place it in the uprightposition.
Note:These head restraints fold when youpress the fold flat button.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACKREST
WARNING: Do not recline a rearseat on which a child restraint isinstalled. Failure to follow this instructioncould reduce the effectiveness of thechild restraint.
The third-row power recline buttons areon the quarter trim panel on each side ofthe vehicle.
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Moves the seat backrestrearward.A
Moves the seat backrestforward.B
FOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST
The control buttons are on the left-handrear quarter trim panel and are accessiblefrom the liftgate area.
Second Row Bench Seats
Second Row Captain Chairs
Folds the left-hand third-rowseat.A
Folds both third-row seats.B
Folds the right-hand third-rowseat.C
Folds the left-hand second-rowseat.D
Folds the second-row benchcenter seat or both second-rowcaptain chair seats.
E
Folds the right-hand second-rowseat.F
Note:The power fold seats operate for 10minutes after you switch the ignition off.The transmission must be in park (P) andthe liftgate, or liftgate glass must be open.Similar to the battery saver feature, thepower rear seats disable 10 minutes afteryou switch the ignition off.
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Note:Be sure the third-row center headrestraint is in the lowered position beforeyou power the rear seats down. Thethird-row outermost head restraints foldautomatically when you press the foldbutton.
UNFOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST
To return the second-row seat backrest tothe original position, rotate the seatbackrest up until it latches in the uprightposition. The seat backrest clicks when itis locked into position.
To return the third-row seat backrest tothe original position, press thecorresponding control again.
Note:If the third row seat does notcompletely fold or unfold, press and holdthe seat button until the seat folds andunfolds twice.
If the power rear seat is disabled after 10minutes, you can enable the seat by:
•Opening any door.
•Pressing the unlock button on the keyfob.
•Pressing any keyless entry keypadbutton.
•Switching the ignition on.
Folding Down the Rear Seats to theLoad Floor
WARNING: To prevent possibledamage to the seat or seatbelts, makesure that the seatbelts are not fastenedbefore folding the seatback.
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seatback beforereturning it to the original position.
The third-row seats have obstacledetection that prevents the seats fromfolding or returning if they are obstructed.
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
HEATED SEAT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Use caution when usingthe heated seat if you are unable to feelpain to your skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions.The heated seat could cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if usedfor long periods of time. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not poke sharpobjects into the seat cushion or seatbackrest. This could damage the heatedseat element and cause it to overheat.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not place anythingon the seat that blocks the heat, forexample a seat cover or a cushion. Thiscould cause the seat to overheat. Failureto follow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
Do not:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry.
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To access the second storagecompartment, fold the cover back asecond time.
To close, lower the cover.
ADJUSTING THE LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT DIVIDER
Advanced Luggage CompartmentDivider (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not load any objectson the shelf that may obstruct your visionor strike occupants of the vehicle in thecase of a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING: Do not place people orpets on or under the parcel shelf.
Forward Divider
To move the board into the divider position,lift up on the handle and position the boardvertically at a 90° angle.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges. This allows you to put it in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
Cargo Shelf
To move the board into the shelf position,lift the board and move it to the horizontalposition. Once the board is horizontal,insert the forward-facing nubs into thehooks on either side.
For the short wheelbase, it is necessary toraise up the second panel toward the frontof the vehicle when you have the seatsfolded down.
For the long wheelbase, it is necessary toraise up the second panel toward the frontof the vehicle.
Note:Before moving the board into theshelf position, you may need to flip downthe hooks.
Note:Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg)on the shelf.
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