Toyota 2008 Prius Quick Reference Manual page 89

1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
n Reclining adjustment
Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion,
to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt.
If the seat is too reclined, during an accident the lap belt may slide past the
hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may
contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.
n While driving
Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat.
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l Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
When adjusting the front passenger's seat from the driver's seat
n
Wait until a passenger is seated or have gotten off the front passenger's seat
before operating the switch to avoid injuring the passenger.
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