Toyota 2012 Highlander Owner's Manual page 61

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Removing the second center seat
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Make sure that the seat is securely locked in position and
close the console box door.
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Fold down the second center
seatback while pulling the seat-
back lock release strap.
Pull the lock release lever to
remove the second center seat.
Stow the second center seat in
the console box.