Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags / Child restraint systems
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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.
! Installing forward facing child restraint
WARNING
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.
1. Shake the seatback to confirm that it is securely locked into place. – Check the red colored unlocking marker which is attached to the bottom of the lock release knob is not visible. For details, refer to“ Folding down the rear seatback” F1-10.
2. Remove the head restraint of the rear seating position where the child restraint system is to be installed. For details, refer to“ Head restraint adjustment” F1-8.
CAUTION
Store the head restraint that has been removed in the trunk. Avoid placing the head restraint in the passenger compartment to prevent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn.
3. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position.
WARNING
When you intend to install a child restraint system in the rear center seating position, if the child restraint system does not fit snugly against the contours of the rear center seat cushion, install the child restraint system in the window-side seating position to be safe. For details, refer to“ Where to place a child restraint system” F1-23.
4. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer.
5. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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