Folding the rear seat backrest back

  1. : Backrest
  2. ; Lock verification indicator
  3. = Backrest release handle
  • Move the driver's or front-passenger seat forward if necessary.

seat backrest back. Otherwise, it could be damaged. Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back. Otherwise, it could be damaged.

  • Fold seat backrest 1 back until it engages. Red lock status indicator 2 is no longer visible.

WARNING WARNING

If a red indicator is visible with the seat backrest up, then the seat backrest is not properly locked into position.

Always lock seat backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, or the expanded cargo volume is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrest.

In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle.

To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo.

  • Adjust the head restraints if necessary ().
  • Move the driver's or front-passenger seat back if necessary.
    See also:

    New dynamic handling control system: cornering without rolling
    Active roll stabilisation in the form of the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM can be optionally combined with both the AIRMATIC air suspension with Adaptive Damping System (ADS) and the ON&OFFROAD package. ...

    Cleaning the windows
    WARNING Before cleaning the windshield or wiper blades, switch off the windshield wipers and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the Start/Stop b ...

    Driving
    My biggest issue was with the E350's stiff accelerator pedal. I did most of my driving on icy roads, and that's not where you want to be abrupt with the gas pedal. Thing is, the pedal was so stiff ...