2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 19

Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear of seat bottom Raise or lower the back of the switch to adjust the rear height of the seat bottom. qFolding the Passenger's Seat WARNING Do not drive with the seatback unlocked: The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severe injury. After adjusting the seatback at any time, even when there are no other passengers, rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. To fold the seatback, pull the lever and lower the seatback forward. qLumbar Support Adjustment The amount of lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the switch. To increase the seat firmness, press and hold the front part of the switch to the desired position, then release it. Press the rear part of the switch to decrease firmness. To return it to the upright position, lift the seatback and push it into place. Rock the seatback to make sure it is locked. 2-7