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SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
9. To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. always ensure the seatbelt is threaded through the belt guide to secure the child restraint system.
1. For models with window-side belt guides, check that the shoulder belt is fitted in the belt guide.
Window-side belt guide
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NOTE
When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully.
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WARNING
. NEVER INSTALL A CHILD RE- STRAINT SYSTEM ON THE FRONT PASSENGER’ S SEAT IF THE FRONT PASSENGER’ S FRONTAL AIRBAG ON INDICA- TOR LIGHT ILLUMINATES. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS IN- JURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’ S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIR- BAG.
. Before installing a child restraint system, be sure to confirm that the seatback is securely locked into place. Otherwise, in an accident, serious injury or death could result.
. For models with window-side belt guides, when installing a child restraint system in the rear seat,
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2. Place the child restraint system in the appropriate position.
3. For models with rear seat reclining mechanism, if there is a gap between the child restraint system and the seatback, adjust the seatback angle until good contact is achieved.
4. If the child restraint system makes contact with the head restraint when the child restraint system is to be installed, perform the following procedure.
. Except rear center seat: Remove the head restraint.
. Rear center seat: Raise the head restraint to the extended position. If the child restraint system still makes contact, install the child restraint system in a seating position other than the rear center seat. For details, refer to“ Head Restraint Adjustment” FP55.