WARNING

► Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo area or on the rear seats when they are in the fold-down position. In a collision, people riding in these areas without proper restraints are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
► Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
► Do not fold down the rear seats when occupants are in the rear seat area or any cargo is on the rear seats.
► Head restraints and headrests (except for 2nd row center seat) should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Always replace and adjust them properly if they have been removed for any reason.
► If the head restraints are removed for any reason, they should be securely stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident.
► When returning the seatbacks to the upright position, be certain they are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
► Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.
► When folding the bench seat seatback down for maximum storage, make sure the seat base is in the latched position by rocking the seat base. If the seat base is not properly secured, cargo stored on top of a folded seatback may become a projectile causing personal injury or vehicle damage.

CAUTION
► When folding the 2nd row seat for maximum cargo hauling, be sure that cargo does not contact the center console of the captain’s seat (if so equipped) to avoid possible damage to the console.
► When folding or returning the seat(s) to the upright position, to avoid injury to yourself and others: — Make sure that the seat path is clear before moving the seat. — Be careful not to allow hands or feet to get caught or pinched in the seat.

Stowing 2nd and 3rd row seats To stow 2nd and 3rd row seats for maximum cargo capacity:

Manual Operation:

1. Pull lever located on the 2nd row seat. The seatback folds down and the seat base will tip forward. See “Entry to 3rd row seat” earlier in this section. Power Operation:
1. Push and hold the corresponding switch located on the instrument panel below the audio system. The seatback will fold down and tip forward. See “Entry to 3rd row seat” earlier in this section.

2. Push the folded seat down until it locks in position.

3. Fold the 3rd row seat flat using the switches located in the cargo area. See “Power folding ” earlier in this section.
4. Return 3rd row seats to seating positions by raising the 3rd row seatbacks to an upright position using the switches. Make sure the seatback is locked in position. See “Power folding ” earlier in this section.
5. Return the 2nd row seat to a seating position by raising the 2nd row seatbacks to an upright position. Make sure the seatback is locked in position.

CAUTION
When folding the 2nd row seat for maximum cargo hauling, be sure that cargo does not contact the center console of the captain’s seat (if so equipped) to avoid possible damage to the console.