seats FORD FLEX 2015 1.G Service Manual

Recline Adjustment
WARNING:Before returning the seatback to its original position,
make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the
seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on
the seatback to make sure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat
may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash .
Lumbar Adjustment (If
Equipped)
POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not adjust the driver seat or seatback while the
vehicle is moving. This may result in sudden seat movement,
causing loss of control of your vehicle.
WARNING:Before returning the seatback to its original position,
make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the
seatback.
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Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
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MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
This memory control, located on the
driver door, allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat and
power mirrors to two programmable
positions. You may also have this
feature for the steering column and
power adjustable foot pedals.
Programming a memory position
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Adjust the memory features to your desired positions using the
associated controls.
3. Press and hold the desired preset button for about two seconds until
you hear a single tone.
You can save up to two preset memory positions. You can save a memory
preset at any time.
Recalling a memory position
Press and release the desired memory preset button to recall a saved
memory position.
You can recall a programmed memory position:
•In any gearshift position if the ignition is not on.
•Only in park (P) or neutral (N) if the ignition is on.
Recalling a memory position with the remote control
The memory positions are also recalled when you press unlock on your
remote control (if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position)
or, when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a
memory position.
To program the memory feature to a remote control, see theKeys and
Remote Controlchapter.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped)
This feature can move the seat rearward and the steering column up and
forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle.
This occurs when:
•You place the transmission in neutral (N) or park (P).
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•You switch the keyless ignition off or take the key out of the ignition
switch.
The seat and steering wheel will move to their original positions when:
•You place the transmission in neutral (N) or park (P).
•You switch the keyless ignition on or put the key in the ignition
switch.
Switch the Easy Entry/Exit feature on or off through the information
display settings menu. See theInformation Displayschapter.
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on
position.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats:
Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
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Second-Row Heated Seats (If Equipped)
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats:
Press the heated seat button located on the rear of the
floor console to cycle through the various heat settings and
off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights.
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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Seats
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
The heated seats will only function when the engine is running.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats:
Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the heated seats are on, the
feature will turn itself off. You will need to reactivate it.
Cooled Seats
The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running.
To operate the cooled seats:
Press the cooled seat symbol to cycle through the various
cooling settings and off. Cooler settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
A/C
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If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the cooled seats are on, the
feature will turn itself off. You will need to reactivate it.
Note:When the heated or cooled front seat is active, you will be able to
hear the fan operating inside the seat. This is normal.
Climate Controlled Seat Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped)
The climate controlled seat system includes air filters. You must replace
them periodically. See thescheduled maintenance information.
Locate the filters under each front seat and access them from the
second-row foot-well area. Move the front seats all the way forward and
to the full up positions to ease access.
To remove an air filter:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Push up on the outside rigid edge
of the filter and rotate
counterclockwise once the tabs are
released, then remove the filter.
To install a filter:
1. First, position the filter in its
housing making sure that the far
forward end is all the way up in the
housing.
2. Push in on the center of the
outside edge of the filter and rotate
up into the housing until it clips
into position.
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REAR SEATS
Second Row Seats
Recline Adjustment
WARNING:Always drive and ride with your seatback upright
and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to
slide under the seat safety belt, resulting in severe personal
injuries in the event of a crash.
Note:For the bench seat only, make sure the center safety belt is
unbuckled before folding the seatback.
Lift the handle to adjust the
seatback rearward or forward. You
can also fold the seatback forward
until it is flat.
Moving the Seats Backward and Forward
(Six-Passenger Vehicles Only)
Lift the control to adjust the seat
forward or backward.
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Power Fold and Tumble Seat
WARNING:Make sure that the seat is unoccupied when folding
it down. Folding the seat while occupied could result in occupant
injury or damage to the seat.
This feature is available for the right-hand seat on seven-passenger
vehicles and on both sides for six-passenger vehicles.
Press the control located at the
back of the rear door opening one
time to fold the seatback down and
tumble the seat forward for access
to the third row.
Note:When the ignition is turned off, the power fold feature will work
until the battery saver turns it off after 10 minutes. You can reactivate
the power seats by pressing the unlock button on the remote entry key
fob or by using the unlock procedure on the keyless entry keypad. See
theLockschapter. Keep the key in the accessory or run position to
prevent the feature from timing out.
Third Row Seats
Accessing the Seat
WARNING:Before returning the seatback to its original position,
make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the
seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on
the seatback to make sure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat
may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING:Do not adjust or release the seat floor latch while
vehicle is in motion. Do not operate the vehicle with seats in
tumbled position. Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the
seat is occupied or empty. If not latched or if the seat is tumbled, the
seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.
Note:You may have to move the front row seat forward to allow the
second row seat to be fully tumbled.
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Fold and tumble the second row seat to access the third row. Remove
items from the second row seat. Make sure that no bulky objects such as
purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats
before tumbling them. For second row bench seats, make sure the center
safety belt is unbuckled before folding the seat back.
1. Lift the handle located on the
side of the seat.
The seatback will fold flat.
2. Lift the handle all the way up
until the seat releases from the
floor. Rotate the seat forward,
grabbing the bottom of the seatback
as indicated, to allow access to the
third row seat.
Note:The seatback must be folded flat in order to release the floor
latches. Make sure that there are no objects on the seat cushion that
may restrict the seatback from folding flat.
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