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How to Lower the Rear Seats of a Fiat 500?

Model: Fiat 500 312 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Let’s briefly go through the instructions needed to lower the rear seats of a Fiat 500 in simple and quick steps. To access the rear seats more easily, open the boot lid; then lower the headrest and remove the small shelf in the boot, as shown in the video.

Now, press the side button to release the seat mechanism so that you can lower it; this will increase the boot's load volume. Finally, reposition the seat back to its original position by applying the reverse procedure!


Updated on 14 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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