Ford Mercury Villager 1997 Owner's Manual page 207

4. Lower the seat cushion only if in a seating position. The seat
cushion will not lower in a storage position. Do not try to
lower the seat cushion by force because doing so could damage
the seat.
5. Replace any floor mats that were removed.
Every time you adjust any seat, check to be sure that it is
properly latched in the lock position of both seat
tracks. If the seat is not properly latched, it could come
loose and increase the risk of severe injury or death in an
accident.
Adjustable Rear Seating
WARNING
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