If your vehicle has this feature you can fold either side of the seatback down for more cargo space. Make sure the front seat isn't reclined. If it is, the rear seatback won't fold down all the way.
To lower the rear seatback, follow these steps:
- If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, remove the rear center lap-shoulder belt latch by using a pointed object to press the release button.
- Pull forward on the seat tab located on the outboard side of the seatback cushion and fold the seatback down. This will allow you direct access to the trunk.
To raise the rear seatback, follow these steps:
- Raise the seatback up and make sure it latches. Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked in position.
- Reconnect the center safety belt latch plate to the buckle.
Caution: 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 rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
Make sure the safety belt label is pointing to the release button, and that both are facing the front of the vehicle. Make sure the belt is not twisted. Push and pull on the latch plate to be sure it is secure.
Caution: 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.
When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright locked position.
