Reclining Seatbacks (Bucket Seats Only)

On vehicles with second row bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined.

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat.

1. Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat.

2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

To return the seatback to the upright position:

1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

WARNING WARNING

If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

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