Using the cover

Using the cover
Using the cover

To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown. To rewind it, unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically. You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding.

Install the front cover behind the rear

Install the front cover behind the rear seatback.

Do not place anything on the extended

Do not place anything on the extended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision. This could cause serious injury.

- Be careful not to scratch the rear

- Be careful not to scratch the rear gate stays while extending and rewinding the cover. Scratches on the stays could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.

- If the vehicle is equipped with a reclining rear seatback feature, when reclining the rear seatback, move the front cover backward so that the cover is not damaged.

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