Land Rover Defender: Folding and raising the third row seats

Make sure that you have read and fully understood the relevant warnings before using any of the features in this section.

The head restraint must always be raised when using the third row seats. The head restraint must be positioned correctly to restrain rearward movement of the head in a collision or sudden stop.

Do not allow passengers to travel in the third row seats when the second row seats are in the folded or third row access position.

Make sure the seat belts are correctly routed and not trapped behind the seats when raising the rear seatbacks.

An incorrectly routed seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a collision or sudden stop.

Beware of trapping fingers when raising and lowering a third row seat. Beware of trapping fingers when raising and lowering a third row seat. Failure to do so creates a risk of entrapment and serious injury.

Take care when retrieving items that have fallen down the side, back, front or underneath the seat. Sharp objects may be present in these areas, which could present a risk of injury. Always stop the vehicle before retrieving items.

The seat is heavy, so care should be taken when raising the seat.

To raise a third row seat:

1. Make sure the second row seats are not fully reclined.
2. From inside the loadspace, pull the strap on the rear of the seatback. Lift the seat into the raised position.
3. From inside the passenger compartment, lift the head restraint, until it locks in the upright position.

The seat is heavy, so care should be taken when lowering the seat.

To fold a third row seat:

1. From inside the loadspace, pull the strap on the rear of the seat to release the head restraint locking mechanism. Fold the head restraint forward.
2. Pull the strap to release the seat locking mechanism. Fold the seat forward.

RESTRICTED REAR SEAT TRAVEL

If electric seat movement stops unexpectedly during folding or raising, check for and remove any obstructions.

Once any obstructions have been removed, continue the seat movement by pressing the appropriate button.

Note: If no obstructions can be seen, and normal movement cannot be carried out, contact a retailer/authorized repairer.

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