3rd-Row - Seat Access, Folding and Stowing

To access the 3rd-Row Seat:

Folding the 3rd-Row Seat:

  1. Fully lower headrest by pressing the lock release button recessed in the seatback (raise headrest to access lock release button)
  2. Pull the seat folding strap located in the front of the seatback
Folding and Stowing 3rd-Row Seats

The rear seats can be folded and stowed in the luggage compartment for additional cargo space.

  1. Fully lower headrests by pressing the lock release button recessed in the seatback
  2. Ensure the seatback is upright. Pull the release handle in the middle of seatback
  3. The seat will fold down backwards towards the stow space. Push the seat down to stow

Raising the 3rd-Row Seat
  1. Pull up on the release handle to move the seat back to original position
  2. Press the seat down to ensure it is locked into place (click)
  3. Pull on the strap to raise the seatback

Reminders:

  • The seat straps on the front and back of the 3rd-Row Seat are for folding only
  • Do not stow the seat while the seatback is folded down as this may cause damage to the mechanism

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Certain features are available only on select Kia models. 

Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. Refer to section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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