2002 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 27

J16L_EA.book Page 19 Friday, February 22, 2002 11:34 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Stowing the third-row seat WARNING Riding in the Seat Well: Riding in the seat well for the thirdrow seat is dangerous. Sudden braking or a collision could cause serious injury. Do not sit on lie in the seat well while the vehicle is moving. Never ride in a vehicle where you can't sit in the seat and wear the seat belt. Pinching Fingers or Hands: Placing your hands around the seat stowage well when stowing the thirdrow seat is dangerous. You could pinch your hands or fingers between the seat and the well. Hold the handle when lowering the seat into place. Never place your hands between the seat and the seat well. Unlocked Seatback: An unlocked seatback is dangerous. While stowing the seat, the seatback could suddenly move causing serious injury. Push the seatback forward and backward to make sure it is locked in place. NOTE 1. Insert the seat belts in the retainers. Retainer 2. Remove the head restraint and set them aside temporarily (page 2-17). 3. Pull strap A and ease the seatback toward the front of the vehicle with your other hand and be sure it locks with a click. Strap A Remove any items from the seat well for the third-row seat before stowing the seat. Anything in the baggage area when the seat is set into the well can damage the seatback material and prevent a flat cargo area. 2-19 Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K