Third-Row Seat - Mazda CX-8 Quick Manual

3. Raise the lever on the side of the
second-row seat to fold down the
seatback.
To return the seatback to its upright
position
Press the seatback rearward and lock it in
place. After returning the seatback to its
upright position, make sure it is securely
locked.

Third-row Seat

▼ Third-row Seat Access
Occupants can get into and out of the
third-row seat area by sliding the
second-row seats forward.
Refer to Third-row Seat Access on page
2-16, 2-21.
▼ Split folding the Third-row Seats
To create a luggage compartment space,
fold the third-row seats forward.
CAUTION
Do not apply load to the head restraint
with it in the upright position and the
seatback folded down. Otherwise, it could
cause damage to the head restraint.
NOTE
When folding the seatbacks forward, fold
them in two steps.
Folding the seatbacks (With strap)
1. Secure the third-row seat seat belts into
their holders.
Refer to Unfastening the Seat Belt on
page 2-33.
2. Slide the second-row seat all the way
forward.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
2-23