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How to lower the rear seats of the BMW X3

Model: BMW X3 MK 3, G01 - Years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Part: Rear bumper

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Today, let's discover the instructions that will allow us to lower the backrests of the rear seats in the BMW X3, in simple and quick steps. First, let's open the rear hatch of the trunk and start pulling the levers located on the side of the cargo area to lower the seat backrests; these are divided, and it will also be possible to lower only a part of the backrest, as shown in the video.

With the seats lowered, we will significantly increase the cargo volume of the trunk; finally, let's return the backrests of the rear seats to their starting position!


Posted on 29 November 2025 by ScegliAuto


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