—Remove any items from the front passenger seat cushion→
—Lower the front passenger seat down as far as possible.
—Push the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
—Push the head restraint all the way down.
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—Pull the lever→ Fig. 1
forwards to unlock the front passenger seat backrest.
—Fold the front passenger seat backrest forwards in the direction of the arrow→ Fig. 1 until it is horizontal.
—When it is folded down, the front passenger seat backrest must engage securely into place.
Folding back the front passenger seat backrest
—When folding back, check that there are no items or body parts near the hinges.
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—To fold it back, press the lever→ Fig. 2
down to release the front passenger seat backrest again.
—Fold back the front passenger seat backrest in the direction of the arrow→ Fig. 2 until it reaches the upright
position. When it is folded up, the front passenger seat backrest must engage securely into place.
WARNING
Injuries could be caused if the front passenger seat backrests are folded forwards and backwards carelessly.
● Fold the front passenger seat backrest forwards and backwards only when the vehicle is stationary.
● Always ensure that the operating range of the backrest is clear of people or animals when folding the front
passenger seat backrest forwards.
● The front airbag must be switched off and the PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator lamp
as the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards.
will light up for as long
● When folding forwards and backwards, keep all hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the seat
hinges and seat release mechanism.
● Floor mats or other objects could get caught in the hinges on the front passenger seat backrest. This could cause
the front passenger seat backrest to fail to engage securely when it is returned to the upright position.
● When being folded back, the front passenger seat backrest must be securely locked in the upright position. If the
front passenger seat backrest is not locked properly it could move suddenly and cause severe injuries.
WARNING
The open seat anchors and hinges of the folded front passenger seat backrest could cause serious injuries in the
event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.
● Never transport people (adults or children) on the front passenger seat if the front passenger seat backrest is
folded forwards.
● If the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards, then you must use only the outer rear seat behind the
driver in the second row of seats. This also applies to children in child seats.
Introduction
The following section describes the options for adjusting the rear seats. Always ensure that your sitting position is
correct .
DANGER
Some components of the seats in the passenger compartment contain button cells and are accessible when the rear
seats are folded forward or removed. Swallowing a button cell can result in serious or even fatal injuries within a
very short time.
● Always keep children away from rear seats when they are folded forward or removed.
● Seek immediate medical attention if you believe someone may have swallowed a button cell.
WARNING
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