Ford Mercury Villager 1997 Owner's Manual page 187

The head restraints should be stored outside of the
vehicle (with the removed seat) to prevent them from
damaging the vehicle or injuring passengers in the case of
sudden braking or a collision.
Two-Passenger Bench Seat
NOTE: The two-passenger bench seat has a unique safety
restraint system. If your vehicle has the two-passenger
bench seat it is very important that the unique
safety belt system is used properly. Please read the
section in the Safety Restraints chapter that explains the
unique safety belt system and be sure you
understand it before anyone rides in the two-passenger
bench seat.
If your vehicle has the second row two-passenger bench seat, you
can remove it if you need extra cargo space. With the
second-row seat removed, the third-row bench seat can be moved
up to a second-row seating or storage position for additional
rear cargo area room.
To help prevent personal injury, at least two people are needed to
remove the seat.
Adjustable Rear Seating
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