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The front seatback folds forward to let people get into
the back seat. The seatback latch is designed for
one
-handed operation.
To fold a front seatback forward, lift the seatback latch
fully without pushing forward on the seatback.
Push the seatback to its original position, the seatback
will lock.
Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models)
CAUTION:
If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it
can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person
sitting there could be injured. After you've used
it, be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat
to be sure it is locked.
The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get
in and out of the rear seat.
1. Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the
seatback latch fully.
2. The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get
into the rear seat area.3. Push the seatback upright to lock and slide the seat
fully rearward to lock.
4. The front passenger should try to move the seat to
make sure the seat is locked into place.
Rear Seats
Folding the Rear Seat
To fold down the rear seat,
pull the release straps
located in the trunk.
Fold the seatback down
from inside the vehicle.
The right strap operates the right rear split seat. The left
strap operates the left rear split seat.
Push the seatback up to return it to its original position.
To make sure the seatback is secure, push the seatback
into a fully upright position. Pull the seatback forward
slightly to make sure that it is latched. The seatback
should not fold down.
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CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and
injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in
a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that some of them are
above the tops of the seats.
Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Don't leave a seat folded down unless you
need to.
Towing a Trailer
CAUTION:
If you don't use the correct equipment and drive
properly, you can lose control when you pull a
trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the
brakes may not work well
-- or even at all. You
and your passengers could be seriously injured.
You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the
steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice
and information about towing a trailer with
your vehicle.
Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with
2.4L L4 (Code T) engine.
