warning FORD EXPEDITION EL 2017 Repair Manual

Second Row Center Seat HeadRestraint
The center rear head restraint is fixed andnon-adjustable. The head restraintconsists of a trimmed foam covering overthe upper structure of the seatback.
Third Row Head Restraints
The third row head restraints are nonadjustable, but you can fold them.
The non-adjustable head restraints consistof:
•A trimmed energy absorbing foam andstructure (A).
•A fold strap (B).
1.Pull the strap to fold the head restraint.
2. Pull the head restraint up to place thehead restraint back to the uprightposition.
MANUAL SEATS (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. This may result in suddenseat movement, causing loss of control ofyour vehicle.
WARNINGS
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged.
Moving the Seat Backward andForward (If Equipped)
Recline Adjustment (If Equipped)
WARNING
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returning theseatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may becomedangerous in the event of a sudden stopor crash.
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Manual Lumbar (If Equipped)
The lumbar support control is located onthe outboard side of the seat. Turn thecontrol to adjust your support.
POWER SEATS (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback.
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
The control is located on the outboard sideof the seat. Move the switch in the directionof the arrow to raise or lower the seatcushion or to move the seat forward,backward, up or down.
Power Recline (If Equipped)
Move the control to recline the seatbackforward or rearward.
Note:On vehicles with memory seats, toprevent damage to the seat, the powerseats are designed to set a stopping positionjust short of the end of the seat track. If theseat encounters an object while movingforward or backward, a new stoppingposition will be set.
To reset the seat to its normal stoppingposition:
1. After encountering the new stoppingposition, press the power seat controlagain to override.
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2. Continue pressing the control until itreaches the end of the seat track.
3.Continue pressing the control for abouttwo seconds. You will feel the seatbounce back slightly.
Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
The control is located on the outboard sideof the seat. Press the forward or rearwardside of the control for more or less support.
MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Before activating the memory seat,make sure that the area immediatelysurrounding the seat is clear ofobstructions and that all occupants areclear of moving parts.
Do not use the memory functionwhen your vehicle is moving.
This feature automatically recalls theposition of the following:
•Driver seat.
•Power mirrors.
•Power steering column.
•Optional power adjustable foot pedals.
The memory control is on the left side ofthe driver seat.
Saving a PreSet Position
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Adjust the memory features to yourdesired position.
3. Press and hold the desired presetbutton until you hear a single tone.
You can save up to two preset memorypositions.
You can save a memory preset at any time.
Recalling a PreSet Position
Switch the ignition on.
Press and release the preset buttonassociated with your desired drivingposition. The memory features will moveto the position stored for that preset.
Note:You can only recall preset memoryposition when you switch the ignition off, orwhen you place the transmission in park (P)or neutral (N) if you switch the ignition on.
You can also recall a preset memoryposition by:
•Pressing the unlock button on yourremote control if it is linked to a presetposition.
•Unlocking the intelligent driver doorhandle if a linked key fob is present.
•Entering a personal entry code on theSecuricode keypad. See Doors andLocks (page 52).
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Note:Using a linked key fob to recall yourmemory position when the ignition is offmoves the seat and steering column to theEasy Entry position.
Note:Pressing any active memory featurecontrol - power seat, mirror (or steeringcolumn switch) (or any memory button)during a memory recall cancels theoperation.
Linking a PreSet Position to yourRemote Control or Intelligent AccessKey Fob
Your vehicle can save the preset memorypositions for up to two remote controls.
1.With the ignition on, move the memorypositions to the desired positions.
2. Press and hold the desired presetbutton for about five seconds. A tonesounds after about two seconds.Continue holding until you hear asecond tone.
3. Within three seconds, press the lockbutton on the remote control you arelinking.
To unlink a remote control, follow thesame procedure – except in step 3, pressthe unlock button on the remote control.
Note:If more than one linked remotecontrol or intelligent access key is in range,the memory function moves to the settingsof the first key to initiate a memory recall.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If
Equipped)
This feature adjusts the position of the seatand steering column to allow easier exitand entry to the vehicle.
The driver seat automatically moves 2inches (5 centimeters) rearward when thetransmission is in park (P) and you removethe key from the ignition or you switch theignition off.
The driver seat returns to the previousposition when you put the key in theignition or switch the ignition on.
You can enable or disable this feature inthe information display. See InformationDisplays (page 91).
REAR SEATS
Folding Down the Second Row40% Seat
WARNINGS
Use caution when folding theseatback to the flat back position asthe system will move forward whenyou lift the release handle.
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returning theseatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may becomedangerous in the event of a sudden stopor crash.
Make sure that the head restraint is in thedown position and no objects such asbooks, purses or briefcases are on the floorin front of the second row seats beforefolding them down.
Move the front passenger seat forward sothat the second row seat head restraintclears the front seat.
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1.Lower the head restraints by pulling onthe strap.
2. Locate the handle on the side of theseat cushion by the door.
3. Pull up on the handle and push theseatback forward toward the front ofthe vehicle.
To return the seat to the upright position:
1.Lift the seatback toward the rear of thevehicle.
2. Rotate the seatback until you hear aclick, locking it in the upright position.
3. Lift up on the head restraint until itlocks into its original position.
Placing the Second Row Outboard40% Seats in Cargo Mode
WARNINGS
Use caution when folding theseatback to the flat back position asthe system will move forward whenyou lift the release handle.
Always return the seat from thekneel position prior to raising theseatback. Failure to do so couldresult in personal injury.
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Place the second-row seats in a kneeldown load floor position to allow morecargo space.
To place the seats in the cargo mode:
1. Fold down the second row seat.
2.Pull the cargo mode lever up to releasethe seat into a kneel down load floorposition.
Returning to the Upright Positionfrom the Full Lowered Load FloorPosition
You cannot return the seatback to theupright position until the seat is returnedfrom the kneel down position.
To return the seat to the upright position:
1. Push the seat rearward until the latchis engaged.
2. Return the seatback to the uprightposition.
Adjusting the Second RowOutboard 40% Seat for E-Z Entry
WARNINGS
Always latch the vehicle seat to thefloor, whether the seat is occupiedor empty. If not latched, the seat maycause injury during a sudden stop.
After using the E-Z Entry feature,make sure there are not any objects,cargo or the feet of a third rowpassenger under the second row seatwhen latching the seat to the floor. Injuryto the third row passengers feet or damageto the seat may occur.
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returning theseatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may becomedangerous in the event of a sudden stopor crash.
The E-Z entry seat allows for easier entryand exit to and from the third row seat.
To enter the third row seat:
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1. Fold down the second row seat andrelease the handle.
2. Pull the handle up again until the seatreleases from the floor.
3.Push the seat upward and fold it awayfrom the third row.
To return the seat to a seating position:
1. Push the seat down and latch to thefloor.
2. Bring the seatback to an uprightposition. The seatback should lock intoposition.
Note:If the seatback will not return to theupright position, tumble the seat again andre-latch it to the floor. Be sure that cargo orother objects are not trapped underneaththe seatback.
Note:If a squeak is heard from the latcharea, the latch striker pin should be wipedclean of dust or debris.
Exiting the Third Row
1. Pull the strap located at the bottomoutboard of the seatback to releasethe seat from the floor, and rotate theseat up toward the front seat.
2. Follow the directions above to returnthe seat from the E-Z entry to theupright position.
Reclining the Second RowOutboard 40% Seatback
WARNING
Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat’ssafety belt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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The release handle is located on theoutboard side of the seat cushion. Lift it toadjust the seatback to your desiredposition.
Folding the Second Row Center20% Seat (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
To prevent possible damage to theseat or safety belts, make sure thatthe safety belts are not buckledwhen moving the seat to the load floorposition.
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedunderneath the seatback. After returningthe seatback to its original position, pullon the seatback to make sure that it hasfully latched. An unlatched seat maybecome dangerous in the event of asudden stop or crash.
1.Locate the release handle in the upperleft seatback. Pull the handle to releasethe folding seat latch.
2. With the latch released, lower theseatback into the load floor position.
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3. To return the seat to the uprightposition, lift the seatback until the latchis fully engaged.
Adjusting the Second Row Center20% Seat (If Equipped)
Note:Move this seat forward to keep achild in a child restraint close to the frontseat occupants. Move the seat to the fullrearward position when it is occupied byolder children or adults, including childrenin booster seats.
Lift the handle to move the seat forwardor backward.
Third Row Seats
Make sure that no objects are on the floorin front of the third row seats or on the seatcushion before lowering them. Make surethat the head restraints are lowered andthe second row seats are not reclined.
Folding Down the Third Row Seatsto the Load Floor
WARNINGS
To prevent possible damage to theseat or safety belts, make sure thatthe safety belts are not buckledwhen moving the seat to the load floorposition.
WARNINGS
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returning theseatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may becomedangerous in the event of a sudden stopor crash.
Before folding the third row seats, fold thehead restraints down by pulling on thestrap located at the bottom of therestraint.
Pull up on the handle located behind theseatback while pushing the seatbackforward and down into the seat cushion.
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HEATED SEATS (If Equipped)
Front Seats
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so can causethe battery to lose charge.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
Rear Seats
WARNING
Persons who are unable to feel painto the skin because of advanced age,chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion,or other physical conditions, must exercisecare when using the seat heater. The seatheater may cause burns even at lowtemperatures, especially if used for longperiods of time. Do not place anything onthe seat that insulates against heat, suchas a blanket or cushion, because this maycause the seat heater to overheat. Do notpuncture the seat with pins, needles, orother pointed objects because this maydamage the heating element which maycause the seat heater to overheat. Anoverheated seat may cause seriouspersonal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the seat heater if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so can causethe battery to lose charge.
The rear seat heat controls are located onthe rear of the center console.
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