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Bio-foam Seat Materials
• Bio-foam seat padding is utilized in all Escape seats
• Production of soy-based bio-foam emits less carbon
dioxide into the atmosphere and requires less energy
to make compared to petroleum-based foam
Rear 60/40 Split-fold-down Seat Backs
• Second-row seat backs fold to the floor to provide
additional cargo stowage capability
• A simple operation folds the seat backs quickly
– Once the head restraint is folded, a lift of the
handle on the lower side of the seat folds the
seat back down
– Pushing down on the seat back once folded will
confirm that it is locked in place
MAKE THE POINT:
Rear 60/40 Split-fold-down Seat Backs
Make sure you demonstrate how easy it is to fold
the second-row seat backs down.
• Fold head restraint down
• Lift the lever located along the lower seat bottom
• Guide the seat back down as it folds forward
• Push the seat back down until it clicks into place
NOTE: For product features, please see the Major Product Summary pages and/or the Dealer Ordering Guide for availability.
February 2013
Escape
Comfort/Convenience
Seating cont'd
Show your customers how easy it is to fold down the
rear head restraints to help improve rear visibility. To
fold the head restraint, with your thumb or finger,
push the button on the side of the head restraint.
Your customers will appreciate you taking the time
to illustrate this feature.
Escape is the first Ford vehicle to receive front seats
that conform to a global seat architecture:
• The seats were developed to create a more
• The new seat design also helps deliver an overall
• Seats are 10% lighter than previous generation
• Potential pressure points mitigated by firmer
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MAKE THE POINT:
Rear Head Restraints
ENGINEERING INSIGHT
Seat Architecture
uniform fit throughout the world, and remain
comfortable to a greater variety of body types
reduction in vehicle weight
Escape seats, while meeting global requirements
and providing enhanced functionality
support and bolsters, thanks to an innovative
mannequin design and extensive blind comfort
evaluation testing
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