Ford Explorer Owner's Manual page 172

Seating and Safety Restraints
4. Release the cushion latches by
pulling the number 2 strap while
pulling on the strap located at the
top of the seatback to tumble the
seat all the way into the tub in the
floor.
Note: Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs.
Note: Do not use the third row
seatback as a load floor when the
seatback is folded.
Note: Ensure that the area under the seat is free of objects before
stowing it.
Unstowing the third row seat
Note: Ensure that there are no objects such as books, purses or brief
cases on the load floor before unstowing the seat. Failure to remove all
objects from the top of the load floor prior to unstowing it may cause
damage to the seat.
Note: Ensure the area under the load floor is free of objects before
unstowing it.
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