3-4 Seats and Restraints
Folding the Bench Seat
To fold the bench seat:
1. Push back on the front of the
seatback.
2. Pull one of the release levers, at
each end of the seat on the
lower rear of the seatback,
completely out.
3. While holding the lever out, fold
the seatback forward until it
rests on the seat.
4. Release the lever.
Do not try to release the
seatback before pulling the
release levers or the release
system can be damaged.
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WARNING
If either seatback is not locked, it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.
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WARNING
A safety belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
or twisted will not provide the
protection needed in a crash. The
person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
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rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.
Reverse the steps to raise the
seatback. Push and pull on the
seatback to make sure the seatback
is locked in the upright position
before driving. Make sure the safety
belts are not twisted or caught in the
seatback.
Center Seat
If equipped, the center front
seatback doubles as an armrest and
cupholder/storage area for the driver
and passenger when the center
front seat is not used. Do not use it
as a seating position when the
seatback is folded down.