How to Fold Down the Rear Seats in a Passat?
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Method to fold down the rear seats in a Passat: 1. There is a safety latch on the backrest, press the safety latch and remove the backrest; 2. Push the rear seat backward, be careful not to pull it upward forcefully, and lift the seat slowly; 3. Gently lift one corner of the seat, never lift it entirely, and thread the fixing line of the wool seat cushion through the underside of the seat and secure it. The Passat has a length of 4933mm, a width of 1836mm, a height of 1469mm, and a wheelbase of 2871mm. In terms of appearance, this car adopts Volkswagen's new design concept, featuring a light-rhyme front face design combined with a flowing chrome trim, the iconic Volkswagen grille has been further evolved, and the dot-matrix horizontal integrated grille and double L-shaped full LED lens headlights together form the new front face.
Folding down the rear seats in the Passat is actually quite simple. As a frequent user of this car, I often do it myself, especially when loading large items like luggage. First, ensure the car is parked and the handbrake is engaged—safety first. Then, sit on the rear seat and locate the release strap or button on the outer top edge of the seatback—usually a small strap hidden near the shoulder area. A gentle pull will unlock it. Push the seatback forward with your hand to fold it down. Some models feature a 60/40 split, allowing independent operation of the left and right sides, which is super convenient. I once moved a fridge using this method—the whole process took just seconds. Remember to check that the seatbelt isn’t caught, and the strap will automatically reset when you return the seat to its upright position. Details may vary slightly across different Passat model years, but the core steps remain the same—refer to the owner’s manual or online diagrams if needed. For safety, never attempt this while driving.
