Toyota 2008 Prius Quick Reference Manual page 87

1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors and back door
CAUTION
n Caution while driving
Keep the back door closed.
This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also pre-
vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
When children are in the vehicle
n
l Never leave children unattended in the vehicle as they may lock them-
selves in the vehicle or back door, which could cause the child to overheat
or suffocate, resulting in death or serious injury.
l Do not allow a child open or close the back door. Doing so may cause the
back door to operate unexpectedly and part of the child's body may
become caught.
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