1996 Toyota Tercel Owners Manual - Page 26

-Tilting passenger's seatback for rear seat entry (2-door models) Fold-down rear seat ! CAUTION 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. For easy access to the rear seat, do this. Lift the seatback angle adjusting lever or press the pedal behind the seatback. The seatback will tilt forward. After passengers are in, lift up the seatback until it locks. ! CAUTION S After putting back the seatback, try pushing the seatback forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place. S Never allow anyone to rest their foot on the pedal while the vehicle is moving. 1. Pull up the seatback security lock lever 1 to the unlock position. 2. Pull out the lock release strap 2. 3. Fold down the seatback. Each seatback may be folded separately. This will enlarge the trunk room as far as the front seatbacks. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. 21