2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 129

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) - If Equipped Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (kneel mode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the rear seatbacks provide two D-rings and rear storage bin lids with two slotted cutouts. Use a cargo tie-downs to secure cargo. WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured cargo can fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle, causing serious injury or possible death. Secure cargo with a cargo tie-down using the D-rings provided on the back of the seats and the slotted cutouts in the rear storage bin lid. 3 Securing Cargo