Toyota PRIUS 2008 Manual page 68

1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
sudden braking or an accident. Failing to do so may cause death or serious
injury.
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Wearing a seat belt
Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
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Always wear a seat belt properly.
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Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt
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for more than one person at the same time, including children.
Children should be seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt and/
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or an appropriate child restraint system.
Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seat-
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ing position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting
up straight and well back in the seats.
Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
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Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.
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Seat belt damage and wear
Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate or buckle to be
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jammed in the door.
Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose
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parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat
belts cannot protect an occupant from injury.
Ensure that the belt and tab are locked and the belt is not twisted. If the
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seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been
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involved in a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.
Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of a seat
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belt. Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Toyota dealer. Inap-
propriate handling of the pretensioner may cause it to activate or operate
improperly and may cause death or serious injury.
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