How to Open the Rear Seats of a Peugeot 301?
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To open the rear seats of a Peugeot 301, follow these steps: 1. Lift the front edge of the seat to reveal the latch; 2. Use a key or screwdriver to lift upwards in the direction of the arrow; 3. Press against the latch to release and open the seat. The Peugeot 301 has the following dimensions: length 4442 mm, width 1748 mm, height 1476 mm, with a wheelbase of 2652 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 53 liters. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated inline 4-cylinder engine, delivering a maximum power of 86 kW at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 150 Nm at 4000 rpm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Last time when helping a friend move, I discovered that the rear seats of his Peugeot 301 couldn't fold down. Later, we found the release mechanism hidden in the seat cushion seam! You squat by the rear door and run your fingers along the seam between the cushion and backrest towards the center - you'll feel a nylon strap. Pull the strap upwards firmly while pushing the seatback forward with your knee, and you'll hear a 'click' as it unlocks. Remember that strap positions vary by model: the Classic version has one strap on each side (requires two people to pull simultaneously), while the Comfort version just needs its single center strap. After unlocking, don't fold it down directly - support the backrest and lower it slowly to prevent hinge jamming. I've successfully fit a 1.8-meter-long fishing rod case this way, instantly doubling the trunk space!
