Subaru WRX-STI Owner's Manual page 41

Lock release knob
1) Unlocked
2) Locked
A) Unlocking marker in red
WARNING
When you return the seatback to its
original position, check that the
unlocking marker on the lock re-
lease knob is not visible. Also,
shake the seatback to confirm that
it is securely fixed in place. If the
seatback is not securely fixed in
place, the seatback may suddenly
fold down in the event of sudden
braking, or objects may move out
from the trunk, which could cause
serious injury or death.
1) Securing hook
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats
WARNING
When the seatback is returned to its
original position, observe the follow-
ing precautions. Failure to do so
may lead to serious injury or an
accident because the operation effi-
ciency of the seatbelt is inhibited.
. The seatbelt should not be
caught in the seatback and it
should be fully visible.
. The seatbelt should not pass
behind the securing hook for
the seatback.
CAUTION
Do not hang luggage etc. on the
securing hook. The possibility ex-
ists that the seatback may not be
able to be fixed firmly in place. This
could lead to unexpected accidents.
1. Lower the head restraints.
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