2010 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 32

1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Then release the switch and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place. & Folding down the rear seatback WARNING . After returning the rear seatback to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible. . Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. . Secure all objects and especially long items properly to prevent them from being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing serious injury during a sudden stop, a sudden steering maneuver or a rapid acceleration. . For vehicles equipped with the rear seat center table, when folding down the rear seatback, return the rear seat center table to its original position. If the rear seat center table is not returned to its original position, the rear seat center table could break and bodily injury could occur. 1. Lower the head restraints. 2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and then fold the seatback down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely locked. CAUTION Vehicles with the reclining function may automatically fold down strongly because of it's internal spring. Operate the seatback assisting with your hands.