Folding the rear seat backrest forward and back into place
Fig. 76 Rear seat: release button right backrest 1, left backrest 2.
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The rear seat backrest is divided into 2 sections. Each section of the rear seat backrest can be folded
down individually to increase luggage space.
Folding the rear seat backrest forward
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Push the head restraint all the way down.
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Pull the release button ⇒ꢀfig. 76 (1) or (2) forward while folding the rear backrest forward.
If the rear seat backrest is folded down, no one, including children, may ride on the rear seat.
Folding the rear seat backrest back into place
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Fold the rear seat backrest back until it engages securely ⇒ꢀ
The rear seat backrest must be securely latched into place for the safety belts on the rear seats to
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provide optimal protection.
WARNING
Improper folding and improper latching of the rear seat backrest can cause serious personal
injury.
ꢀ Always make sure there are no people or animals in the area around the rear seat backrest
when folding it forward.
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Never fold the rear seat backrest forward or back while the vehicle is moving.
When folding the rear seat backrest back up, make sure that the safety belt does not get
caught or damaged.
Keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts out of the way when folding the rear seat
backrest forward or back.
Each rear seat backrest must be securely latched in the upright position so that the safety
belts on the rear seats can provide protection.
If a seat is used with an unsecured backrest, the passenger will move forward together
with the backrest during sudden braking, driving maneuvers, or in a collision.
No one, including children, may ride on the rear seats if the rear seat backrest is folded
down or not correctly latched.
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