2nd row seat base stuck down

[jetbrizzle]

Grateful for any advice...

I went to raise the rear seat bases in my L663 (110 5 seat) so that I could then fold the seat backs flat; one side lifted as expected, but the other side won't budge. I noted a hook under the side that I could move, and I wonder if that has engaged on the side that won't move. Does that sound plausible, and does anyone know how to release it so that I can lift the seat base?

Thank you.

J 

[AlWorms]

Do they slide back and forth too?

In my VW, you have to have the seats slid all the way back, before they will allow the base to be unlatched.

[Retroanaconda]

Have you got a photo? The bases just lift up from the rear, there are loops to pull on. 

[jetbrizzle]

Thanks, both.

No, the seats don’t slide, so it’s not that.

Pulling the loop works for one side but not the other… which gets so far and is then stuck (seemingly held back by something).

I’ll add photos later this week.

Thanks again.

[jetbrizzle]

Resolved 

So, it appears the seat base was being held down by the hooks designed to stop it moving forward under load. By applying some pressure with my knee, I was able to flex the seat base such that it freed itself from the hooks.

I've attached some photos that I hope show the hooks for anyone interested in this issue/resolution.

• IMG_7716 shows the seat base that wouldn't move.
• IMG_7719 shows the hook that was holding the seat base down.
• IMG_7720 shows the seat having lifted, so you can see the hook (left) and lug (on underside of seat base).

Thanks again.

[AlWorms]

At least it sounds like they're still holding true to the Land Rover build quality reputation 🤣