You can fold the seat backrests on the second
row of seats forwards for the following situa‐
tions:
R
For easier access to the cargo compartment
R
Vehicles with a third row of seats: for getting
in or out
You can move the seat backrest to different
angles.
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To set the seat backrest: hold the seat
backrest in place with your hand or back.
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Gently pull one of release loops 1 and fold
the seat backrest forwards or backwards.
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Ensure that the seat backrest is engaged.
Fold the seat backrest forwards to enter the
vehicle (vehicles with a third row of seats)
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WARNING Risk of injury when folding
the seat backrest on the second row of
seats forwards
If the handle for the seat backrest on the
second row of seats is pulled from the third
row of seats, the seat backrest on the sec‐
ond row of seats will fold forwards and will
not engage. People in the sweep of this seat
backrest can become trapped.
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When getting out of the third row of
seats, do not hold the seat backrest on
the second row of seats.
Vehicles with EASY-ENTRY feature: If a seat
on the second row of seats is located in the
EASY-ENTRY area, this will be shown on the mul‐
tifunction display on the instrument cluster.
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If necessary, fold the seats on the third row
into position (/ page 113).
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To fold the seat backrest in the front posi‐
tion: pull handle 1.
The seat backrest will fold forwards.
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NOTE Damage to the seat backrest han‐
dle caused by pulling
The handle can be damaged if it is used to
pull the seat forwards.
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