The rear seatbacks may be folded to facilitate carrying long items or to increase the luggage capacity of the vehicle.
When folding the seat back, insert the rear seat belt buckle in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion then make sure both seatbelts do not interfere with stowed luggage and cargo. Then, insert the seat belt into the two holes located on both sides.
The rear seatbacks may be folded forward to provide additional cargo space and to provide access to the cargo area.
- To raise the seatback, lift and push it firmly until it clicks into place.
- When you return the seatback to its upright position, reposition the rear safety belts so that they can be used by rear seat passengers.
Caution:
- When folding or unfolding the rear seat, make sure to move the front seat fully forward. If there is not enough space to fold the rear seat, never fold it by force. It will cause damage to the headrest or the related parts of the seat.
- Before using the seat belt, be sure to remove it from the holes located on both sides of seat back. If you pull out the seat belt whilst it’s in the holes, it may damage the seat belt or the holes.
- Use the holes only when there is no passengers in the rear seat or when you need to fold the rear seat.
To fold down the rear seatback:
- When folding the seat back, insert the rear seat belt buckle in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion then make sure both seatbelts do not interfere with stowed luggage and cargo. Then, insert the seat belt into the two holes located on both sides.
- Set the front seatback to the upright position and if necessary, slide the front seat forward.
- Lower the rear headrests to lowest position.
- Pull the lock release lever and fold the rear seatback forward and down firmly.
To unfold the rear seat :
- To use the rear seat, lift and pull the seatback backward. Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the seatback is locked in place. When you return the seatback to its upright position, always be sure it has locked into position by pushing on the top of the seatback. If you can not see the red line at the side of folding lever, it means the seatback is locked completely.
- Return the rear seat belt to the proper position.
- When the seatback is completely installed, check the seatback folding lever again.