Mazda CX-9 2021 Manual page 35

NOTE
The seats cannot be flattened down while
the second-row seats are unlocked even if
the lever on the side of the head restraint
is operated and the reclining lever is
operated. Before folding down the
second-row seats, move the seatback
forward once, slide the seat rearward, and
lock the seat.
After getting in or out of the vehicle
Move the seatback rearward, slide the seat
rearward, and lock the seat.
CAUTION
After entering/exiting the third-row seat
area, return the second-row seatback to its
upright position and lock it after sliding it
rearward.
Make sure it is locked by attempting to
lightly move it back and forth.
Otherwise, it could move unexpectedly and
cause injury.
▼ Split folding the Second-row Seats
To create a flat luggage compartment
space, fold the seatbacks forward.
WARNING
Make sure the adjustable components of a
second-row seat are locked after folding
down the seatback:
A second-row seat that is not securely
locked is dangerous. In a sudden stop or
collision, the second-row seat could move,
causing injury.
After folding down the seatback of a
second-row seat, make sure the adjustable
components of the seat are locked in place
by attempting to slide the seat forward and
backward.
Do not drive the vehicle with an occupant
on a folded down seatback or in the
luggage compartment:
During sudden braking or a collision, the
person could be seriously injured or killed.
Tightly secure cargo in the luggage
compartment when it is transported with
the seatbacks folded down:
Driving without tightly securing cargo and
luggage is dangerous as it could move and
become an obstruction to driving during
emergency braking or a collision resulting
in an unexpected accident.
CAUTION
When folding the seatback forward,
always support the seatback with your
hand. If it is not supported by a hand,
fingers or the hand raising the lever
could be injured.
Check the position of a front seat before
folding a second-row seatback.
Depending on the position of a front
seat, it may not be possible to fold a
second-row seatback all the way down
because it may hit the seatback of the
front seat which could scratch or
damage the front seat or its pocket.
Remove the head restraint on the
second-row outboard seat if necessary.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
2-25