Release the buckle of the center seat belt in
the rear seat using the latch plate of one of
the other safety belts. Insert the latch plate
at the end of the belt into the socket pro-
vided for it on the rear window shelf.

Push the corresponding head restraint
down as far as it will go, refer to page

To release the rear backrest, pull the corre-
sponding lever in the cargo bay.

The unlocked rear backrest moves forward
slightly. Fold the backrest forward by the
head restraint.

Closing

Fold the rear backrest into the seating posi-
tion and engage.

When you return the seat to its upright
position, make sure that the catch

engages properly. If it is not properly engaged,
transported cargo could enter the vehicle dur-
ing braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger
the vehicle occupants.

Release the latch plate from the bracket on
the rear window shelf and insert it into the
buckle of the center safety belt. Make sure
the latch plate audibly engages.

The lashing eyes in the cargo bay provide you
with a way to attach cargo-bay nets

or luggage

straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer
to page

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