2009 Honda Element Owner's Manual - Page 91

Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Reclining the Front Seats 2. Adjust the front seats forward as far as possible. Pull up the seatback angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward until it is level with the rear seat cushion. 3. Move the front seat backward until it touches the rear seat. 4. Adjust the rear seat-back to the desired position. 1. Remove the head restraints from the front seats (see page 85), and store them in the side pockets of the cargo area. Reverse this procedure to return the front and rear seats to the upright position. Make sure you install the head restraints and the seats are locked securely before driving. When you return the seat-back to its upright position, hold the seat-back to keep it from going up too quickly. Instruments and Controls You can recline the seat-backs on the front seats so they are level with the rear seat cushions, making a large cushioned area. To do this: 87 2009 Element