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uuAdjusting the Seats uRear Seats
Controls
Rear Seats
1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the
guide.
2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release
the lock.
3. Fold the seat-back down.
■Folding Down the Rear Seat(s*)1Folding Down the Rear Seat(s*)
The rear seat-back(s
*) can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier items in the trunk.
Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the
trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 81
To lock a seat-back upright, push it backwards until it
locks.
When returning the seat-back to its original position,
push it firmly back. Also, m ake sure all rear shoulder
belts are positioned in front of the seat-back, and the
center shoulder belt is re -positioned in the guide.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the
weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work
improperly. 2 Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator P. 65
Make sure all items in the trunk or items
extending through the opening into the rear
seat is properly secured. Loose items can fly
forward if you have to brake hard.
The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the rear seats as they fold
down.
Guide
Center
Shoulder Belt
Release Lever(s*)
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot open the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk.
2. Pull the release lever to the right.
u The fuel fill door unlocks.
3. Open the fuel fill door.
2 How to Refuel P. 558
4.Add fuel very slowly.
u The automatic fuel tank vent valve does
not operate when the fuel fill door is
opened manually. Trying to add fuel too
rapidly when the vent valve is closed will
cause fuel vapors to be pushed out the
filler pipe and can cause a small amount
of liquid fuel to be spilled onto the
ground.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1 When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
The automatic fuel tank ve nt does not operate when
using the manual fuel door release. Gradually release
pressure by slowly turning th e fuel fill cap to the left.
If you hear a release of air, wait until it stops, then
continue to slowly remove the fuel fill cap.
3WARNING
Gasoline vapors in tank are under pressure.
• If using the manual fuel door release,
open the cap slowly to gradually release
pressure.
• Stop the engine, and keep all sparks,
heat, and flame away.
Release lever
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Remove the built-in key from the remote.
2. Wrap a cloth around the tip of the built-in
key. Put it into the cover (as shown in the
image) and remove the cover.
3. Pull the trunk release lever toward you.
u The trunk unlocks and opens.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1When You Cannot Open the Trunk
Following up:
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Trunk Release lever
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