Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Folding the backrests on the rear bench seat forwards and backwards
Fig. 95 shows the release button and its red locking-status marking on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 rear bench seat. The backrest splits so each side can be folded independently to extend the luggage compartment — this page gives the exact fold-forward technique and how to confirm the backrest is locked upright again afterwards.
Fig. 95 Rear bench seat: release button ①; red marking ②
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The rear seat is split for folding. Each part of the rear bench seat can be folded down to increase the size of the luggage compartment.
Folding the rear seat backrest forwards
- Push the head restraint all the way down .
- Pull the release button forwards and fold the backrest forwards at the same time.
- The rear seat backrest is unlocked when you can see the red marking on button .
- Passengers (adults and children) must not use seats if the backrest is folded forwards.
Folding back the rear seat backrest
- Fold back the rear backrest and push it firmly into the lock until it clicks securely into place .
- The red marking on release button should no longer be visible.
- The rear seat backrest must always be securely engaged.
WARNING
- Never fold the rear seat backrest forwards or backwards while the vehicle is in motion.
- Ensure that the seat belt is not trapped or damaged when folding back the rear seat backrest.
- Always keep hands, fingers, feet or other body parts away from the seat area when folding the rear seat backrest forwards and backwards.
- Ensure that the rear seat backrest engages securely, otherwise the seat belts for the rear seats will not work properly. This applies to the centre seat of the rear bench seat in particular. If a seat is occupied and the backrest has not clicked securely into place, the seat occupant and rear seat backrest may move forwards in the event of a sudden braking or driving manoeuvre or during accidents.
- The backrest has not been secured properly if you can see the red marking on button . Always ensure that the red marking is never visible when the rear seat backrest is in the upright position.
- Passengers (adults and children) must not use seats if the backrest is folded forwards or is not clicked securely into place.
NOTICE
Questions & answers
Folding the backrests on the rear bench seat forwards and backwards — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I fold the Golf Mk7 rear seat backrests?
Pull the release button (marked ① in the manual) on the top of the relevant backrest section, then push the backrest forward. It folds in a 60/40 split — each side operates independently.
How do I know the Golf Mk7 rear backrest is locked upright again?
Push it firmly rearward until it clicks. A red marking ② on the release mechanism is visible when the backrest is not locked — it disappears when properly latched.
Can I fold the Golf Mk7 rear seats from the boot?
Some models have release levers accessible from the luggage compartment that let you fold the backrests without reaching into the cabin.
Is it safe to carry passengers with the Golf Mk7 rear seats folded?
No. The folded section has no usable seat belt and passengers would be in the load area. Only carry passengers in upright, locked seating positions with belts fastened.
