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Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K

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Removal of Second-Row Seats

The second-row seats can be removed to 
create a more comfortable space between 
the third-row and front seats. Additional 
cargo space is available with the removal 
of the second-row seats and stowing of the 
third-row seat.

To remove the seat

1. Put the buckle in the pocket of the seat 

bottom.

2. Lower the head restraint all the way 

down.

3. Slide the seat all the way back.

Seat Removal or Installation While 
Vehicle is Moving or on a Slope:
Removing or installing the second-
row seats while the vehicle is moving 
or on a slope is dangerous. The seats 
are heavier than they appear and 
could suddenly detach causing 
serious injury. Remove or install the 
seats with the vehicle parked on a 
level surface.

Riding on The Floor Space:
Riding on the floor space created by 
the removal of the second-row seat is 
dangerous. Sudden braking or a 
collision could cause serious injury. 
Do not sit or lie in the floor space for 
the second-row seat while the vehicle 
is moving. Never ride in a vehicle 
where you can’t sit in the seat and 
wear the seat belt.

Pinching Fingers or Hands:
Placing your hands around the seat 
anchors when removing or installing 
the second-row seats is dangerous. 
You could pinch your hands or 
fingers between the seat anchor and 
the seat. Hold the edge of the seat 
when lowering it into place. Never 
place your hands between the seat 
anchor and the seat.

WARNING

Lifting the Seat-Anchor Bar:
Lifting the seat-anchor bar without 
firmly supporting the seat with your 
hand is dangerous. Lifting the seat 
unlocks the front clamps 
automatically and could cause the 
seat to fall. Support the seat firmly 
while lifting the seat-anchor bar.

Lowering the seatback without 
stowing the seat belt buckle could 
damage the seatback.

WARNING

CAUTION

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