Mazda CX-3: Seats / Head Restraints

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Essential Safety Equipment / Seats / Head Restraints

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints on all outboard seats and the rear center seat. The head restraints are intended to help protect you and the passengers from neck injury.

WARNING

Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted. In addition, always raise the head restraints on all rear seats when they are being used: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision.

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. 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...

Height Adjustment

Adjust the head restraint so that the center is even with the top of the passenger's ears. To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position...

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