Folding down the rear seats (vehicles without third row seats)
Adjust the head restraints to the downmost position.
Fold down the head restraints.
When returning the head restraints to their original positions, make sure they are locked securely.
Stow the rear seat belt buckles.
Folding down the rear seats
Swing the bottom cushions up by pulling the lock release strap.
When returning the rear seat cushions to their original positions, make sure they are locked securely.
Push the lock release button and fold down the seatbacks.
To return the rear seatbacks to their original positions, lift them up until they lock.
Folding down rear center seatback only
Pull the center seatback angle lever behind the seatback and fold the seatback down.
To return the rear center seatback to its original position, lift it up until it locks.
Test yourself
A quick Toyota 4Runner quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.