Before the journey

Folding backrests in the second row of seats forwards and backwards

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Fig. 89 Second row of seats: loops ① and ②

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

The second row of seats is separated into three single seats. Each part can be folded down to increase the size of the luggage compartment.

Folding the backrest forwards

  • Push the head restraint in the second row of seats all the way down .
  • Pull loop or ② in the direction of the arrow and fold the backrest forwards.
  • The backrest must engage securely in position.
  • Passengers (adults and children) must not use seats if the backrest is folded forwards.

Folding the backrest backwards

  • Pull loop or ② in the direction of the arrow and fold the backrest back
  • Make sure that the rear seat backrest engages securely, otherwise the seat belts for the rear seats will not work properly.

NOTICE

Before folding the backrests, adjust the front seats so that the head restraints or seat cushions do not rub against the front seats.

Test yourself

A quick Volkswagen Touran quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.