2004 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 29

Essential Safety Equipment Seats 3. Supporting the seat with your hands, slowly lower the seat rearwards to lock it in place. Front Third-Row Seat WARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatback is dangerous. During a sudden stop or collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that could hit and injure passengers. Don't stack cargo higher than the seatback. 4. Raise the reclining lever and lift the seatback upright. Attempt to move the seatback forward and backward to make sure it is locked. 5. Buckle the seat belts once just to confirm the seat belt buckles are inboard which means each seat is on the correct side of the vehicle. Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as they could move or be crushed in sudden braking or a collision and cause injury. Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving. Securing Seats: Adjustable seats that are not securely latched are dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could move, causing injury. Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place by attempting to rock the seatback. Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Sudden braking or a collision could cause serious injury. Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stopped. WARNING Unsecured Seat: Driving with the seat unsecured is dangerous. The seat may become detached while the vehicle is moving causing serious injury. After installing the seat, push it forward and backward to make sure it is securely locked. CAUTION Do not move the side seat-slide lever with the seat removed. The lever could be damaged resulting in loss of functionality. 2-20