Ford Explorer Owner's Manual page 183

How to use the automatic locking mode
Non-inflatable safety belts
• Buckle the combination lap and
shoulder belt.
• Grasp the shoulder portion of the
belt and pull downward until the
entire belt is pulled out. As the
belt retracts, you will hear a
clicking sound. This indicates the
safety belt is now in the
automatic locking mode.
Rear outboard inflatable safety belts (second row only—if
equipped)
• Buckle the combination lap and
shoulder belt.
• Grasp the lap portion of the belt
and pull upward until the entire
belt is pulled out.
• Allow the belt to retract. As the
belt retracts, you will hear a
clicking sound. This indicates the
safety belt is now in the
automatic locking mode.
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at
all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized
dealer to verify that the "automatic locking retractor" feature for child
seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be
checked for proper function.
WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE
REPLACED if the safety belt assembly "automatic locking
retractor" feature or any other safety belt function is not operating
properly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the
belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in
collisions.
2012 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Seating and Safety Restraints
183