2009 BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual - Page 111

Sedan: Through-loading system* Opening 1. Open the belt lock of the rear center safety belt. To do so, press the red button in the belt lock 2 using the latch plate 1. 5. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves forward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by the head restraint. Closing 1. Return the rear seat backrest to its upright position and engage it. When returning the backrest to its seating position, make sure that the seat's locking mechanism engages properly. Otherwise, cargo could be thrown around in the event of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the occupants.< 2. Release the latch plate from the fixture on the rear window shelf and insert it into the belt lock of the center safety belt. Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. 3. Push the corresponding head restraint down as far as it will go, refer to page 44. 4. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area. 109 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 2. Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt into the specially designated fixture on the rear window shelf. Driving tips Controls At a glance