1996 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 27

-Fold-down rear seat For easy access to the temporary third seat, do this. 1. Swing the right side bottom cushion up by pulling the lock release strap. It is hinged at the front edge, so just lift it up. 2. Unlock the left side seatback and fold it down. After the passengers are in, lift up the left side seatback and return the right side bottom cushion. When returning the seatback to the upright position: S Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position for ready use. S Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. ! CAUTION When returning the right side bottom cushion to its place: S Do not forget to pull out the buckle of the side seatbelts and center seatbelt and arranged them in their proper position for ready use. S Make sure the bottom cushion is securely locked by trying to pull up the edge of the cushion near the lock release straps. BEFORE FOLD-DOWN REAR SEAT Stow the rear seat belts as shown in the illustration. This prevents the belts from falling out when you fold the seatback. NOTICE The seat belts must be stowed before you fold the seatback. 23