Mercedes-Benz GLA Series Operator's Manual page 103

protect as intended and could cause
additional injury.
Objects or loads in the trunk or cargo
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compartment will not be restrained by
the seat backrest.
Make sure that the rear bench seat, the
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rear seat and the seat backrest are
engaged before every trip.
If the seat backrests are not engaged and locked
in place, the lock verification indicator will be
red.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sitting
properly. Particular attention must be paid to
children.
If you no longer require the folded-down seat
backrest as a loading area, fold the backrest
back into place.
Requirements:
The area into which the seat backrest is fol‐
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ded is clear.
To fold the center seat backrest forwards:
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the center seat backrest has been unlocked.
The armrest on the second row of seats is
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folded back and the cup holders are empty.
You can fold the center and outer seat backrests
forwards.
Seats and stowing 101
Folding the left and right seat backrests
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forwards: if necessary, fully insert the seat
backrest head restraints ( page 91).
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Pull release lever 1.
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To fold the center seat backrest for‐
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wards: pull release catch 3 of seat back‐
rest 2 forwards.