2007 DODGE DURANGO remove seats

WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap. Children and infants are safer when properly
restrained in a child restraint system secured in a
rear seating position.
Child Restraint Tether Anchor
There are tether strap anchorages behind each seating
position in the second row and behind the center seating
position in the case of the third row seat (60/40) split
bench, if equipped. To install child restraint tether follow
these instructions.
1. Place the child restraint in the center seating position
of the third row of seats.2. Route the tether strap under the head restraint and
between the two headrest posts.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to
the tether anchor located on the seat back and remove the
slack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer ’s
instructions.Third Row Seat Tether Anchor
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Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and Tumble
Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on both
seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback to
be reclined an additional 11 degrees.
The second row bucket seats can be folded and tumbled
forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo
area.
To fold and tumble the seat, follow these steps:
1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the
seat.
2. Lower the head restraint to its full downward posi-
tion.3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the
outboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward.
Folding the Setaback
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To Tumble the 40% seat, fully raise the lever on the side
of the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat.
WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% second
row seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40%
second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for
entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in personal injury.
NOTE:The seatback must be fully folded into the down
position to allow the lever to be raised enough to release
the floor latches.To Fold and Tumble the 2nd row 40% seats from the 3rd
row, fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the
seatback. Continue raising the lever to release the floor
latches to tumble the seat.
NOTE:The head restraints must be lowered but do not
have to be removed to fold and tumble the seats.Tumble Lever
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•Use Mopartouch up paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the
color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, use MoparWheel Cleaner or select a non-
abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads,
steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only Mo-
parcleaners are recommended. Do not use oven cleaner.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or
harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective
finish.
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure – If
equipped
YES Essentialsseats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MoparTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MoparMulti-purpose
cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a
fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•Do not use any solvents or protectants on Yes Essen-
tials products.
Interior Care
Use MoparFabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery
and carpeting.
Use MoparVinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl upholstery and
trim.
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