Detachable panel (3rd row of seats)

If you drop objects underneath the seats in the 3rd row, you can remove the panel in order to reach beneath the seat.

the seat can no longer be folded up or down If there are objects underneath the seat, the seat can no longer be folded up or down fully. The seat could be damaged.

Only drive with the panel completely installed.

► To open: fold the corresponding seat up

► To open: fold the corresponding seat up or down.
► When the seat is halfway folded up or down, lock the backrest manually.
► Grasp the panel recess.
► Pull the panel in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
► To close: fold the corresponding seat up or down.
► When the seat is halfway folded up or down, lock the backrest manually.
► Attach the panel using the guide pins.
► Push the panel downwards until it engages.
► Fold the seat up and down fully to check that the panel is seated correctly.

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