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SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
. For models with window-side belt guides:
– When returning the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback while holding it. Do not hold the belt guide or strap when raising the seatback.
– Do not hang anything on the lock release strap or belt guide.
– Do not insert the lock release strap into the hole of the strap attachment part.
Lock release straps
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Models with window-side belt guides
1. Lower the head restraint of the rear center seating position.
2. To remove the seatbelt, insert one edge of the belt into the open gap in the belt guide, and then slide the rest of the belt out.
Window-side belt guide
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3. Unlock the seatback by pulling the strap or release lever( if equipped), and then fold the seatback down by supporting it with your hands.
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Lock release strap Release lever( if equipped)
NOTE
When operating the lock release straps, pull them upward. If you pull the lock release straps forward or diagonally, there will be some resistance that makes the straps feel heavy or slow to respond, and smooth operation will not be possible.
Models without window-side belt guides
1. Lower the head restraint of the rear center seating position.
2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the lock release knob or release lever( if equipped) and then fold the seatback down.