2008 Mazda CX-7 Owner's Manual - Page 23

CX-7_8X59-EA-07E_Edition3 Page23 Wednesday, July 25 2007 3:17 PM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats When using the rear seatback knobs: 2. Pull on the top of the seatbacks from inside the vehicle to make sure they are locked. 3. Fasten the center-rear lap/shoulder belt and check that all seat belts are routed properly for passenger use (page 2-22). CAUTION When operating the rear seatback knob, make sure you support the seatback with your hand. If the seatback is not supported with your hand, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury to the finger that pushes the rear seatback knob down. 1. Unfasten the lap portion of the centerrear seat belt (page 2-22). WARNING Always make sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks: A seat belt caught under a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerous. In a collision or sudden stop, the seat belt cannot provide adequate protection. When returning the seatback to the upright position, make sure there is no red indication: A rear seatback not fully returned and locked in the upright position is dangerous. Sudden stops or maneuvering could cause a seatback to flip forward suddenly resulting in injury. If the red indicator is visible on the back of the rear seatback knob, the seatback is not locked in the upright position. Locked position CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt, buckle and seatback. 2. Support the seatback with your hand. 3. Push the rear seatback knob down. Unlocked position Red indicator To return the seatbacks to the upright position 1. Lift the seatbacks upright. 2-11 Form No.8X59-EA-07E