fold seats VOLKSWAGEN EOS 2021 Owner´s Manual

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Unfolding the wind blocker
Folding the wind blocker outward before installing it is the easiest way to get it into the correct position for installation.
x Take the wind blocker out of its pouch.
x Fold out both sides in the direction of the arrows ⇒ fig. 34.
x Fold both tabs outward (magnified view).
Installing the wind blocker
x Turn the wind blocker so that the longer side faces toward the front of the car and the frame is at the top.
x Position the wind blocker horizontally against the rear seat backrest.
x Gently insert the tabs on the back of the wind blocker into the slots (next to the rear seat backrests)
until they latch ⇒ fig. 33 A (inset).
x Pull the handle B in the direction of arrow (1) and then slide the locking pin in the direction of arrow (2) into the retainer.
x Press the wind blocker down gently in the center until it clicks into place.
x Repeat this process for the passenger side.
Raising and folding the wind blocker
For the wind blocker to function properly, it must be raised before driving. Fold the wind blocker back down before removing.
x To raise: Grasp the upper section of the wind blocker in the center and raise it until it clicks into
place ⇒ .
x To fold: Grasp the upper section of the wind blocker in the center and fold it down gently toward
the rear of the vehicle ⇒ .
Removing the wind blocker
x Press the handle B (magnified area) opposite the direction of the arrow (1) and slide the locking pin opposite the direction of the arrow (2) out of the side retainer.
x Gently lift the center of the wind blocker upward.
x Slide both wind blocker tabs opposite the direction of the arrow out of the slots A (magnified area).
x Repeat this process on the passenger side.
Folding the wind blocker closed
x Lift the center of the wind blocker upward from the rear seats.
x Fold both sides inward opposite the direction of the arrows ⇒ fig. 34.
x Fold both tabs inward (magnified area) opposite the direction of the arrow.
x Stow the wind blocker in the pouch.
WARNING
Installing or removing the wind blocker by the side of the road near moving traffic can cause accidents and serious personal injuries.
x Always park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic when installing or removing the wind blocker.
x Never install or remove the wind blocker while driving.

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WARNING
Incorrect seating positions in the vehicle increase the risk of serious of fatal injuries in the event of an accident or sudden driving and braking maneuvers.
x Never let anyone sit on the rear seats when the wind blocker is installed.
WARNING
Unsecured or improperly secured objects can cause severe injuries during sudden braking maneuvers or if the vehicle is involved in an accident while driving.
x Never place unsecured objects underneath the wind blocker.
x Never use the wind blocker as a storage shelf. Items on the wind blocker can be thrown around inside the vehicle by the wind and cause injuries.
x Never use the wind blocker to secure objects.
WARNING
Always make sure that hands, fingers, and other parts of the body are out of the way when moving the wind blocker up or down, or when folding it together.
NOTICE
x When moving a front seat forward or back, make sure the backrest does not press against the wind blocker. This can damage the wind blocker, especially its locking mechanism.
x Always put the wind blocker back in its pouch when not in use.
x Never put objects (luggage, grocery bags, etc.) on top of the wind blocker.
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