Subaru Crosstrek Manuals 2015 XV Crosstrek Owner's Manual | Page 40

1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats WARNING When you return the seatback to its original position, check that the unlocking marker on the lock release knob is not visible. Also, shake the seatback slightly to confirm that it is securely fixed in place. If the seatback is not securely fixed in place, the seatback may suddenly fold down in the event of sudden braking, or objects may move out from the cargo area or trunk, which could cause serious injury or death. WARNING When the seatback is returned to its original position, observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or an accident because the operation efficiency of the seatbelt is inhibited. . The seatbelt should not pass behind the securing hook for the seatback. . The seatbelt should not be caught in the seatback and it should be fully visible. Unlock the seatback by pulling the lock release knob and then fold the seatback down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely locked referring to the following description.