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SEAT , SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
seatbacks should be always used in the upright position while the vehicle is running . If the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a collision , 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 .
. Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions . If you do so , 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 .
WARNING
Front seatbelts
1 . Adjust the seat position . s01ae0601
Driver ’ s seat :
Adjust the seatback to the upright position . Move the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control .
Front passenger ’ s seat :
Adjust the seatback to the upright position . Move the seat as far back as possible .
2 . Sit well back in the seat .
3 . Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly . Do not let it get twisted .
. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle , return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly .
. If the belt still cannot be unlocked , let the belt retract slightly after giving it a strong pull , then pull it out slowly again .
4 . Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click .
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Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back . If an accident occurs , this can increase the risk or severity of injury .
CAUTION
Metallic parts of the seatbelt can become very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather ; they could burn an occupant . Do not touch such hot parts until they cool .
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5 . To tighten the lap part , pull up on the shoulder belt .