Mazda CX-3: Rear Seat / Armrest (Some models)

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Essential Safety Equipment / Seats / Rear Seat / Armrest (Some models)

The rear armrest in the center of the rear seatback can be used (no occupant in the center seat) or placed upright.

Mazda CX-3. Armrest (Some models)

WARNING

Never position the shoulder portion of a seat belt over the armrest: Positioning the shoulder portion of a rear seat belt over the armrest is dangerous as it cannot provide adequate protection in a collision and could result in serious injuries.

Never put your hands and fingers around the moving parts of the seat and armrest: Putting your hands and fingers around the moving parts of the seat and armrest is dangerous as they could get injured.

CAUTION

Be careful not to apply excessive force to the armrest such as by sitting on it. Otherwise, it could be deformed or damaged.
When storing the armrest, return the cup holder to its original position. If the armrest is stored without returning the cup holder to its original position, the cup holder could be deformed or damaged.

Split Folding the Seatbacks

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