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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, which could cause serious injury or death.
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WARNING
Otherwise, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in serious internal injury or death.
CAUTION
If your vehicle is equipped with a cargo area cover, observe the following precautions.
. Be careful not to pinch your hand between the head restraint and the cargo area cover when you recline the rear seat.
. Move the front cover of the cargo area cover backward so that the cover is not damaged by the reclined seatback. Refer to“ Cargo Area Cover” FP317.
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To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a collision, observe the following precautions:
. Keep the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion.
. Do not place objects such as cushions between the passenger and the seatback.
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Pull the strap and adjust the seatback to the desired position.
Then release the strap and move the seatback back and forth to confirm that it is securely fixed in place.
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Both the rear window side seats and the rear center seat are equipped with head restraints.
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