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.

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.

Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.

Before folding the seatback down, the safety belt must be unbuckled and not in the storage clip. The front seat must be moved all the way forward, and not reclined. The headrest must be completely lowered.

To lower the seatback:

1. Press the button located on the top of the seatback to release it.
2. Fold the seatback forward.

To return the seat to the sitting position:

1. Make sure the safety belt is through the storage clip.
2. Lift the seatback and push it rearward until it is locked in the sitting position.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
4. Remove the safety belt from the storage clip.

The seatback must be locked or you will not be able to pull out and use the rear center safety belt. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.